Clark Ashton Smith
Poet and author of weird fiction
Born
Died
1961
65 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1893, a multifaceted artist who contributed to literature through poetry and weird fiction. Played a significant role in the development of weird fiction as a genre during the early 20th century. Worked with the Lovecraft circle and published several short stories in magazines such as 'Weird Tales'. Explored themes of cosmic horror and fantasy, creating richly imaginative worlds in written form. In addition to writing, engaged in sculpting and painting, creating a distinct body of visual art.
Contributed to 'Weird Tales'
Wrote 'The City of the Singing Flame'
Created sculptures and paintings
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