I've been reading discussions about whether or not his poetry is too light, but like Robert Frost, I think he is deceptively simple. There's wisdom in his poetry, even when his poems are being flippant, there's often a serious message underneath.
Isn't he a gem? His poems are great both read silently and by his voice (which has the cadence and tone of Kevin Spacey). I'm binging and ordering from Amazon.
I love Billy's reading voice. It lends a feel of "go figya" to the daily human experience. I melt listening to him recite "Aristotle."
I've been reading discussions about whether or not his poetry is too light, but like Robert Frost, I think he is deceptively simple. There's wisdom in his poetry, even when his poems are being flippant, there's often a serious message underneath.
He is deserving of all the awards he has won.
Suddenly I find myself binging on Billy Collins
Isn't he a gem? His poems are great both read silently and by his voice (which has the cadence and tone of Kevin Spacey). I'm binging and ordering from Amazon.
Among my favourite poets are Thomas Shadwell and Colley Cibber.
just like you!
better placid than flaccid
Boring, placid, and flat.