Muhammad Zauq
Muhammad Ibrahim Zauq (1789-1854) was an Urdu poet and scholar known for his elegant and sophisticated verse. He was one…
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Ono Komachi
Ono no Komachi (c. 825-900): A Japanese poet from the Heian period (794-1185). She is one of the six best-known…
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Philip Larkin
Philip Larkin (1922-1985): An English poet known for his wit, cynicism, and skepticism. His work often explores themes of mortality,…
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René Daumal
René Daumal (1908-1944) was a French poet, philosopher, and novelist. He is best known for his novel "Mount Analogue" and…
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Robert Desnos
Robert Desnos (1900-1945) was a French surrealist poet known for his innovative and experimental writing style. His poetry often explored…
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Rose Cooke
Rose Terry Cooke (1827-1892): An American poet and writer known for her works that explore themes of nature, spirituality, and…
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Seumas MacManus
Seumas MacManus (1867-1960) was an Irish author, playwright, and folklorist who is known for his works that celebrate Irish culture…
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Sir Alexander
Sir William Alexander (1567-1640) was a Scottish statesman, poet, and playwright who served as the first Earl of Stirling. He…
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Taneda Santoka
Taneda Santoka (1882-1940) was a Japanese poet and Zen monk, known for his haiku and free-verse poems, which reflected his…
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Thomas MacGreevy
Thomas MacGreevy (1893-1967) was an Irish poet and critic who was associated with the Modernist movement. He is known for…
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Vachel Lindsay
Vachel Lindsay (1879-1931) was an American poet who often performed his work in public, accompanied by music or visual aids.…
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Washington Allston
Washington Allston (1779-1843) was an American painter and poet who is best known for his Romantic landscape paintings and his…
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