Walter de la Mare

English poet and short story writer

Walter de la Mare - English poet and short story writer
Born

April 25th, 1873
152 years ago

Died

June 22nd, 1956
69 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1873, this individual gained recognition as a poet, short story writer, and novelist. Themes of childhood, imagination, and the supernatural permeate the works. The poetry collection 'The Listeners' became particularly acclaimed. Prolific in writing, contributions also included children's literature and ghost stories. Worked as a journalist and editor, while also being heavily involved in the literary community throughout the early to mid-20th century.

Published the poem 'The Listeners'

Wrote the novel 'Memoirs of a Midget'

Authored the story collection 'The Riddle and Other Stories'

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