Donald Hall

Donald Andrew Hall, Jr., known as Donald Hall, is an American poet, writer, editor, and literary critic. A graduate of Phillips Exeter Academy, Harvard, and Oxford, Hall is the author of over 50 books across several genres. On June 14, 2006, Hall was appointed the Library of Congress’s fourteenth Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. Born in 1928, he had a long and prolific career, earning numerous awards and honors for his poetry and prose. His work often explored themes of rural life, nature, and the passing of time. Hall's writing was known for its precise language and vivid images, and he became one of the most respected and influential poets of his generation. Hall was dedicated to promoting poetry and encouraging young writers throughout his life. His extensive body of work continues to resonate with readers, capturing the beauty and complexity of the human experience.