Friday Poem

Poetry, Art and Environment

by Edward Hessler

By LaggedOnUser
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In this part of the world the season of cranes is past and we are in a period of waiting their return several months from now. A poem about cranes can be read any time of year, perhaps especially in the off-season. This poem is a long time favorite.

The poem was written by Anne Barbara Ridler, July 30 1912 to October 15 2001. She was a British poet and librettist.