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Louis MacNeice

(1907–1963) Poet United Kingdom

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Louis MacNeice was a poet from the United Kingdom, best known for Poems.

Quick Facts About Louis MacNeice

Born
September 12, 1907
Died
September 3, 1963
Nationality
United Kingdom
Profession
Poet
Notable works
Poems

About Louis MacNeice

Frederick Louis MacNeice was an Irish poet, playwright and producer for the BBC. Known for its exploration of introspection, empiricism, and belonging, his poetic work is now considered among the twentieth century's greatest. Despite being renowned as a member of the Auden Group, he was also an independently successful poet with an influential body of work, which is replete with themes ranging from faith to mortality. His body of work was appreciated by the public during his lifetime, due in part to his relaxed but socially and emotionally aware style. Never as overtly or simplistically political as some of his contemporaries, he expressed a humane opposition to totalitarianism as well as an acute awareness of his roots.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Commander of the Order of the British Empire

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