Karl Shapiro Quotes

A collection of quotes by Karl Shapiro.

Karl Shapiro (1913-2000) was an American poet, writer, and critic. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and displayed a talent for writing from a young age. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and his experiences greatly influenced his poetry. Shapiro won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1945 for his collection "V-Letter and Other Poems." He went on to publish numerous collections and received widespread acclaim for his vivid imagery, emotional depth, and varied themes. Shapiro also had a successful career as a professor, teaching creative writing at various universities.