Padraic Colum
Irish poet and playwright
Born
1881
145 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ireland
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Contributed significantly to Irish literature during the 20th century. Published numerous collections of poetry and wrote several plays, including 'The Land' and 'The Onlookers'. Engaged with the Irish literary revival and collaborated with other prominent figures such as William Butler Yeats. Alongside poetry and drama, wrote children's books, further influencing Irish cultural life. His works often explored themes of nature, mythology, and the human condition.
Published collections of poetry
Wrote plays such as 'The Land'
Contributed to the Irish literary revival
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