Read and hear verses from the Poet Laureate's online project, "Lady Freedom Amongst Us," and consult a complete bibliography.
Contains the text of many of the poet's works. Connect to the work of other featured poets.
Poetry guide features the groundbreaking African-American poet. Read the entire poem and read a line by line analysis of its meaning.
Read about the poet, novelist, and educator who was the first African-American to be the United States Poet Laureate.
Find an introductory biography of former poet laureate Rita Dove. Includes links to related resources.