William Henry Ogilvie
Scottish-Australian poet and author
Born
August 21st, 1869
155 years ago
Died
1963
62 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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Born in Scotland and later moving to Australia, this poet made significant contributions to Australian literature. Known for capturing the essence of the Australian landscape and experience, poetry collections reflect themes of nature and rural life. Ogilvie's works appeared in various literary journals, earning recognition during his lifetime. His writing style blended romanticism with a keen observation of the Australian environment, resonating with readers and influencing contemporaries.
Published several poetry collections
Contributed to leading Australian literary journals
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