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Ogden Nash

American poet (1902-1971) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 68

Frederic Ogden Nash was an American poet well known for his light verse, of which he wrote more than 500 pieces. With his unconventional rhyming schemes, he was declared by The New York Times to be the country's best-known producer of humorous poetry.

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Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1902 to 1971 · aged 68

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