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John William De Forest
(1826–1906)
Poet
United States
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John William De Forest was a poet from the United States, best known for Miss Ravenel's Conversion from Secession to Loyalty.
Quick Facts About John William De Forest
- Born
- May 31, 1826
- Died
- July 17, 1906
- Nationality
- United States
- Profession
- Poet
- Notable works
- Miss Ravenel's Conversion from Secession to Loyalty
About John William De Forest
John William De Forest was an American soldier and writer of literary realism, best known for his Civil War novel Miss Ravenel's Conversion from Secession to Loyalty. He also coined the term for the Great American Novel, one which would embody the country in one text.
Biography source: Wikipedia
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