Eavan Boland
Irish poet and academic championing women's voices
Born
September 24th, 1944
80 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ireland
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Born in 1944, Boland was an Irish poet and academic who contributed extensively to Irish literature. Her work often explored themes of womanhood, identity, and the complexities of Irish history. Boland's poetry was notable for its lyrical quality and poignant insights into the lives of women, often drawing on her own experiences. She served as a professor of English at Stanford University and was involved in various literary organizations throughout her career. Her collections include 'In a Time of Violence' and 'The Lost Tradition: A Dancing Life.' She also wrote essays and criticism that examined the role of women in poetry and the significance of personal voice in the literary canon.
Published collections like 'In a Time of Violence'
Served as a professor at Stanford University
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