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EPISODE · Mar 1, 2024 · 7 MIN

Richard Wilbur's "The Death of a Toad"

from The Daily Poem · host Sean Johnson

Today’s poem comes from one of America’s most beloved and decorated poets, Richard Wilbur. Don’t be put off by the title; no matter the subject, Wilbur’s poetry is always so marvelously companionable–desert island reading if ever there was. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribe

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