C. Dale Young

About the Author

C. Dale Young is a distinguished poet, physician, and editor whose work elegantly bridges the worlds of medicine and literature. Born in the American South, he draws from personal experiences of identity, family, and the human condition to craft verses that resonate with quiet intensity and profound insight. Young's poetry often explores themes of loss, desire, and the intersections of body and spirit, reflecting his dual life as a surgeon and writer. A recipient of numerous awards, including fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, he has taught at institutions such as Columbia University and served as poetry editor for the prestigious Kenyon Review. His debut collection, The Second Person: Poems (Stahlecker Series Selections), established him as a vital voice in contemporary American poetry, celebrated for its lyrical precision and emotional depth.