Northwest Stories: Gary Snyder

Gary Snyder, winner of a Pulitzer Prize for poetry, has used the North Cascades as inspiration for his poems. Also, actor Lee Stetson portrays the spirit of John Muir. Muir spent his life battling dams, deforestation and those who would destroy the forests for economic gain.
Airdate: 18 Sept. 2009

[@ryanboeding1318]

I learned about Snyder from reading the Beats, and am liking him immensely. He is an authentic poet.

[@gps8958]

If ever a poet and his words were needed in this world today, the it must be Gary Snyder's.

[@bwanna23]

What a beautiful voice for beautiful words and images.

[@Countrychiddler]

Snyder knew the mountains. It kicks poetry in the ass livens it up.

[@Robynfound]

john muir and lee stetson. love gary snyder.

[@PoetryETrain]

Thank you Gary, added to a playlist...

[@Sydwayman]

I love living in Washington.

[@travelsinbriggio]

left an impression on me as well

[@Molokai17]

I lectured with Gary in Hong Kong, @ the International Writers Conference.

[@pasoco]

I ate 400 g mashed potatos today

[@sillyname6808]

Really?