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Lew Welch

American poet (1926-1971) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 44

Lewis Barrett Welch Jr. was an American poet associated with the Beat Generation literary movement.

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Awards

American Book Awards2013

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1926 to 1971 · aged 44