Poets

Ingrid Jonker (1933–1965) was a prominent South African poet and writer, renowned for her emotionally charged and poignant work that delved into themes of love, apartheid, and the human experience. Born on September 19, 1933, in Douglas, South Africa, Jonker’s early life was marked by the challenges of her parents’…
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Imtiaz Dharker is a contemporary British-Pakistani poet, artist, and filmmaker renowned for her multifaceted artistic talents. Her work encompasses poetry, visual art, and film, making her a notable figure in the world of creative expression. Born in Lahore, Pakistan, Dharker later moved to the United Kingdom, and this cross-cultural background…
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Julia de Burgos (1914–1953) was a renowned Puerto Rican poet, feminist, and civil rights activist whose impactful writings and passionate advocacy left an indelible mark on both Puerto Rican and Latin American literature. Born on February 17, 1914, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, de Burgos showed an early aptitude for poetry…
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John Milton, an English poet, scholar, and pamphleteer, is widely regarded as one of the greatest literary figures of the 17th century. Born on December 9, 1608, in London, he displayed remarkable talent from a young age and became a central figure in the literary and political landscape of his…
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John Keats (1795–1821) was a renowned English Romantic poet whose exquisite verses and profound sensitivity have left an indelible mark on the world of literature. Born on October 31, 1795, in London, Keats’ life was tragically brief, but his poetic legacy continues to captivate hearts and minds. Keats’ poetic journey…
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John Donne (1572–1631) was an English poet, cleric, and metaphysical poet renowned for his profound and innovative literary contributions during the Renaissance period. Born into a Roman Catholic family in London on January 22, 1572, Donne’s life journey was marked by religious and intellectual transformation. Donne’s early education included studies…
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