Websites
Get to Know Him
A succinct introduction to Auden's life and work.
The W.H. Auden Society
This dude has fans!
Video
A Very Smart Guy Talks Auden
Not that Yale professors know more than Shmoop, but it's worth a shot.
Watch the Man Himself
A portion of a commemorative film about our poet, including some words from the author himself.
Audio
Watch Out, Enjambments
What do you think of this guy's interpretation?
Rock Out, Auden
Who knew it could work so well as lounge music?
Images
Who Needs a Lullaby?
Hang this man on your wall and you'll sleep like a rock.
Young Auden and Isherwood
Here's W.H. and his bud Christopher Isherwood in 1928.
Historical Documents
Auden on Hell
You can read Auden's view of hell, paradise, and everything in between.
Movies & TV
Hollywood Takes on Auden
A fun performance of Auden's poem "Funeral Blues" in the movie Four Weddings and a Funeral.