Charles G. D. Roberts

Canadian poet; author of 'The Viking's Song'

Charles G. D. Roberts - Artists & Creatives born January 10th, 1860
Born
Died

1943
83 years ago — 83 years old

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Artists & Creatives

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Canada

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A prominent Canadian poet and author contributed significantly to Canadian literature in the early 20th century. Associated with the Confederation Poets, which represented Canada's literary emergence, produced numerous volumes of poetry and prose. Often celebrated for depicting nature and Canadian themes, included works such as 'The Vagrant of the Dawn' and 'The Viking's Song'. Also played a role in fostering Canadian nationalism through literature, participating in literary circles that encouraged the development of a national identity. Served as a professor of English at the University of New Brunswick.

Published 'The Viking's Song'

Contributed to the Confederation Poets movement

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