Answer: HAIKU

A haiku is a traditional form of Japanese poetry consisting of three lines. The first line consists of five syllables, the second line consists of seven syllables, and the third line consists of five syllables. Haikus often contain vivid imagery and focus on capturing a moment in nature or expressing a profound insight. In this context, "What Richard Wright wrote" could serve as the first line of a haiku, hinting that Richard Wright, an American author, could have written haikus or inspired haikus in some way.

Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Work of Matsuo Basho or Masaoka Shiki. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.