Ron Silliman of the School of Arts & Sciences spoke about the life of David Melnick. “David Melnick was ... one of the most fearless and well-read avant-garde poets in the U.S.” said Silliman, who is editing collection of the late poet’s work. “Almost as fierce as his poetry was his sense that he should not become famous, and he often had to be coaxed into any public performances.”

March 3, 2022 ・ From San Francisco Chronicle