Charles Martin (born 1942) is an acclaimed American poet, translator, and literary critic recognized for his mastery of traditional verse as a prominent voice in the New Formalism movement. Born in New York and holding a PhD from SUNY Buffalo, he is celebrated for blending classical influences, wit, and contemporary insight into deeply rhythmic narratives. His formal prowess has earned him widespread critical recognition, with three of his poetry collections—Steal the Bacon, What the Darkness Proposes, and Starting from Sleep—nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. Beyond his original poetry, which includes his 2025 collection The Khayyam Suite, Martin is internationally renowned for his verse translations of classical literature, notably capturing the Harold Morton Landon Translation Award for his masterful rendition of Ovid’s Metamorphoses.
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