Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2-21-2006

Publication Title

The Literary Encyclopedia

Publisher

Literary Dictionary Company Limited

Keywords

Carolyn Forché, Political Poetry, Human Rights

Abstract

This article provides a profile of the life and work of Carolyn Forché, an American editor, poet, translator, and teacher. Much of her lyrical poetry has been politically focused and frequently deals with themes related to human rights abuses and issues.

Original Citation

Strawser, Amy Kepple. "Carolyn Forché (1950- )." The Literary Encyclopedia. 21 February 2006.

Version

Publisher's Version

Publisher's Statement

This article is copyright to The Literary Encyclopedia. Used with permission.

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