William Carlos Williams - Modernist Poetry and Visual Representation

Explore the innovative poetry of William Carlos Williams in this 48-minute lecture from Yale University's Modern Poetry course. Delve into Williams's unique use of enjambment, his Imagist qualities, and his engagement with modernist art. Examine his free verse techniques, including the creative use of white space and visually balanced lines. Analyze key poems such as "The Red Wheelbarrow," "The Great Figure," and "Spring and All," while gaining insights into Williams's role as one of modernism's most visually-oriented poets. Discover how his work reflects creative and cognitive processes, and understand his significant contributions to the modernist movement in poetry.