Owen Wynne Jones
Welsh poet and clergyman
Born
Died
1870
156 years ago — 42 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Wales
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Born in Wales, this individual served as a clergyman and contributed significantly to poetry during the Victorian era. His work often reflected themes of nature, spirituality, and Welsh identity. In addition to his clerical duties, he was involved in various literary circles, engaging with contemporary poets and writers. He published several volumes of poetry that resonate with the Welsh landscape and culture, providing insight into the spiritual and emotional landscape of his time.
Published volumes of poetry
Explored themes of Welsh identity
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