Kenneth Goldsmith

Kenneth Goldsmith is a prominent American poet and critic, born in 1961. He has had a distinguished career in literature, marked by his founding of UbuWeb, a significant online platform. Goldsmith is also affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania, where he serves as an artist-in-residence at the Center for Programs in Contemporary Writing and as a senior editor of PennSound. His academic and artistic pursuits have been complemented by his work in radio, having hosted a weekly show on WFMU from 1995 to 2010.

Goldsmith's literary output is extensive, with 32 published books to his name. His poetic works include notable titles such as Fidget, Soliloquy, Day, and his American trilogy, comprising The Weather, Traffic, and Sports. He has also authored books of essays, including Uncreative Writing, Wasting Time on The Internet, and Duchamp Is My Lawyer. In recognition of his contributions to poetry, Goldsmith was appointed the Museum of Modern Art's first poet laureate in 2013, a testament to his influence in the literary world. Through his diverse endeavors, Goldsmith continues to engage with the intersection of literature, technology, and culture.