Features commentary on some of Levine's most notable poems, including "Animals Are Passing From Our Lives" and "The Horse."

Peruse a brief biography of the poet, and links to background and Levine's poems.

Contains background on the Pulitzer prize awarded to Levine for his poetry volume "The Simple Truth."

Wen Stephenson interviews the author and questions him about spirituality, his influences, and his relationship with movements of writers.

Listen to Coming Close and find books currently available for purchase. Find links to plenty of sites dedicated to the writer and his work.

Hear excerpts from an interview with the poet which includes his thoughts on learning with Robert Lowell and John Berryman, and teaching.

Listen to six different poems by the writer including The Return, The New World, and Magpiety.