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Biker Poetry

Lyric and Short Poetic Forms

Biker poetry is a movement of poetry that grew out of the predominantly American lifestyle of bikers and motorcycle clubs following the Second World War.

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Place of Origin
United States 1
Notable Example
Diane Wakoski, The Motorcycle Betrayal Poems 1
Defining Trait
Embraces varied poetic forms including fixed verse, free verse, folk song, concrete poetry, poetry slam and Baiku 1
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1. Biker poetry, Wikipedia
  • Lead section
    is a movement of poetry that grew out of the predominantly American lifestyle of the biker and motorcycle clubs following World War II.
  • Notable poets section
    Notable biker poets include Diane Wakoski, who authored a collection known as 'The motorcycle betrayal poems'.
  • Overview section
    Biker poetry often embraces form, and may include fixed verse, free verse, folk song, concrete poetry, poetry slam and even 'Baiku'.
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