Robert P. T. Coffin

American author and poet

Robert P. T. Coffin - American author and poet
Born

1892
133 years ago

Died

January 20th, 1955
70 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An author and poet from the United States, produced a significant body of work throughout the early to mid-20th century. Contributed extensively to American letters and was actively involved in literary circles. Published several poetry collections and novels, gaining recognition for both his narrative style and themes. Served as a professor at the University of New Hampshire, fostering a new generation of writers and poets. His poems often reflected on nature and human experiences, earning a place within the American literary canon.

Published poetry collection 'The New Earth'

Served as a professor at the University of New Hampshire

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