Robert Pinsky Biography

Robert Pinsky biography

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NAME: Robert Pinsky
OCCUPATION: Academic, Literary Critic, Poet
BIRTH DATE: October 20, 1940 (Age: 72)
EDUCATION: Stanford University, Rutgers University
PLACE OF BIRTH: Long Branch, New Jersey
ZODIAC SIGN: Libra

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American poet and critic Robert Pinksy is best known for writing about the significance of every-day experiences.

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American poet and critic Robert Pinsky is considered to be one of America's foremost poets, producing vividly imaginative works that have earned praise for their musical energy. He has published a number of poetry collections and served as the poetry editor of the New Republic and Slate. His translation of Dante's Inferno is noted for its grace.