Kenneth Slessor
Australian journalist and poet
Born
March 27th, 1901
124 years ago
Died
1971
54 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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An Australian poet and journalist contributed significantly to 20th-century literature. His poetry collection, 'Five Bells,' became a hallmark of modernist literature in Australia. He played a crucial role in the development of Australian poetry through innovative styles and themes that reflected the Australian landscape and life. Slessor also worked as a war correspondent during World War II and was influential in journalism, particularly in his critiques of societal issues. He was awarded the Grace Leven Prize for Poetry in 1941.
Published the poetry collection 'Five Bells'
Served as a war correspondent during World War II
Awarded the Grace Leven Prize for Poetry
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