Edgar Lee Masters
Edgar Lee Masters was an American poet, biographer, and playwright, best known for his seminal work 'Spoon River Anthology' (1915), a collection of free verse poems that presents the voices of the deceased residents of a fictional small town. This innovative work reflects on themes of mortality, social injustice, and the human experience, and has influenced generations of writers and poets. Masters was a key figure in the early 20th-century literary scene and contributed significantly to American literature.
Born on Feb 23, 1868 (157 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 25,774 | $1,400,000 | 772$ |
| Totals | 1 | 46,754,778 | 25,774 | $1,400,000 | 772$ |
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Edgar Lee Masters is known for his poetic work 'Antología de Spoon River'.
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