Classic and Contemporary Poetry

SWIFTS by GERALD STERN

Poet Analysis

First Line: BING CROSBY DIED IN SPAIN
Subject(s): CROSBY, BING (HARRY LILLIS) (1904-1977); FRANCO, FRANCISCO (1892-1975); SINGING & SINGERS; SPANISH CIVIL WAR (1936-1939);

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