Lascelles Abercrombie
Poet and literary critic, wrote 'Emperor's Fields'
Born
Died
1938
88 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A poet and literary critic focused on early 20th-century literature, produced influential works that contributed to modern poetry. Notable publications include 'Emperor's Fields' and 'The New World'. Abercrombie also engaged in literary criticism, advocating for poetic forms and exploring the themes of nature and human experience. In addition to poetry, his essays provided insight into the literary developments of the time, impacting the understanding of contemporary literary movements.
Wrote 'Emperor's Fields'
Published essays on modern poetry
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