“BG X MBZVC….. (Please refer to your newspaper for complete puzzle.)
TODAY’S CLUE: I = V
ANSWER: “IN A FIELD / I AM THE ABSENCE OF FIELD. / THIS IS ALWAYS THE CASE. / WHEREVER I AM / I AM WHAT IS MISSING.” —MARK STRAND
📌 FAST FACTS
Mark Strand (1934–2014) — aged 80
➤ Overview
Mark Strand was an American poet, essayist, and translator known for spare language, philosophical themes, and a quiet, reflective tone. He served as Poet Laureate of the United States in the early 1990s.
➤ Early Life & Education
Born in Canada and raised in several countries, Strand later settled in the United States. He studied at Antioch College and Yale University, where he earned advanced degrees in English and art history.
➤ Poetry & Style
Strand’s poetry often explores absence, identity, time, and inner life. His work is marked by clarity, restraint, and an understated emotional depth.
➤ Major Works & Honors
His collections received numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. Strand also wrote essays and translated literary works from Spanish and Portuguese.
➤ Legacy
Mark Strand is remembered as a major voice in contemporary American poetry. His work continues to be read for its precision, introspection, and philosophical insight.