James Schuyler

Poet and author of 'The Morning of the Poem'

James Schuyler - Poet and author of 'The Morning of the Poem'
Born

November 9th, 1923
101 years ago

Died

1991
34 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American poet and author, this individual gained recognition in the post-World War II literary scene. Affiliated with the New York School of poets, produced significant works during the 1950s and 1960s, blending personal experience with broader cultural commentary. The work 'The Morning of the Poem' exemplifies a unique style that emphasizes everyday language and imagery. This individual also engaged as an art critic and contributed to various literary journals, expanding the reach of poetry within the contemporary art movement.

Published 'The Morning of the Poem' in 1980

Won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1981

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