William F Dougherty Comments

For depth and density of analysis, breadth of learning, mastery of detail. connection and concept, his criticism compares with the very best. A mind to admire, work to learn from and his commitment to his art leaves me in awe.

William, you still on the site? Just wondering. S

Anyone who dares to challenge the two poems who, to my mind, soar over English poetry, Epithalamion and Notes towards a supreme fiction, has my instantaneous respect. I will read more.

it's great to come upon a true poet on the PoemHunter circuit

A virtuoso at work. Long may he continue to produce such authentic poetry.

Work here reads like a study in poetic forms: open lyrics, sonnets, villanelles, triolets, couplets, tercets, epigrams, haiku, clerihews, even a sestina. Professional at work.