Poetry · Character
Will Carleton
An American poet, referenced in the poems.
minor
Also known as Carleton, Willie
First appearance: reminiscences
Will Carleton shows up with force in American Poets. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Recognized for his farming songs with a manly ring, sung with hearty praise.
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