Everyone, thanks so much. I'm pretty sure the bibliography Clive mentions is going to be enough, but I appreciate all the recommendations.
John,
I'm sure you're right that I don't need to take jabs at people, & really, I wouldn't feel at all comfortable doing so; nor am I at all eager to tackle Jarrell. (I am however interested in reading his opinions.) What I want is to consider the various objections raised to Wilbur & whether or not my observations have any bearing upon them. I only see this taking up a paragraph at most, maybe only a sentence. Positive criticism is of course interesting in its own right, especially for what it may contain about Wilbur outside of the poetry, but also for various observations which may enrich my appreciation for particular poems, if not contribute to my little thing.
Thanks again, people. Much appreciated.
Chris
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