Ezra Pound (EZ-ruh POWND)

American Poet and Critic

Ezra Weston Loomis Pound

Ezra Pound was an expatriate American poet and critic, a major figure in the early modernist movement. His contribution to poetry began with his development of Imagism, a movement derived from classical Chinese and Japanese poetry, stressing clarity, precision, and economy of language. His works include "Ripostes," "Hugh Selwyn Mauberley," and his epic masterpiece "The Cantos." Pound's political views ensured he remained a controversial figure throughout his life. Despite his complex legacy, his influence on the development of modern poetry is undeniable.
Species
Date of Birth
October 30, 1885
Date of Death
November 01, 1972
Life
1885 CE 1972 CE 87 years old
Circumstances of Death
Intestinal blockage
Birthplace
Hailey, Idaho Territory, United States
Place of Death
Venice, Italy
Children
Sex
Male
Sexuality
Heterosexual

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