Hilda Conkling

Hilda Conkling

Hilda Conkling (1910-1986) was an American poet who began writing at a very young age. Her work was characterized by…

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James Dean

James Dean

James Dean (1931-1955) was an American actor, known for his roles in "Rebel Without a Cause" and "Giant". Although he…

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Jane Taylor

Jane Taylor

Jane Taylor: Jane Taylor (1783-1824) was an English poet and novelist. She is best known for writing the lyrics to…

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John O'Hara

John O'Hara

John Bernard O'Hara (1905-1970) was an American novelist and screenwriter who is best known for his novel "Appointment in Samarra."…

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John Keats

John Keats

John Keats (1795-1821) was an English Romantic poet who is considered one of the greatest poets in the English language.…

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John Wesley

John Wesley

John Wesley (1703-1791) was an English theologian, preacher and hymn-writer. He wrote a number of hymns, such as 'Love Divine,…

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Julian Tuwim

Julian Tuwim

Julian Tuwim (1894-1953) was a Polish poet, playwright and writer. He was a major figure in the Polish Literary Renaissance…

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Laura Richards

Laura Richards

Laura Elizabeth Richards (1850-1943) was an American poet and author known for her children's books, including "Captain January." She was…

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Louise Bogan

Louise Bogan

Louise Bogan (1897-1970) was an American poet and literary critic known for her polished and concise verse. She was the…

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Martin Niemöller

Martin Niemöller

Martin Niemöller (1892-1984) was a German theologian and pastor known for his opposition to the Nazi regime and his work…

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Michael Wigglesworth

Michael Wigglesworth

Michael Wigglesworth (1631-1705) was an English-born Puritan minister and poet known for his work "The Day of Doom," a long…

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Octave Crémazie

Octave Crémazie

Octave Crémazie (1827-1879): A French-Canadian poet and bookseller. He is considered one of the founding fathers of French-Canadian literature and…

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