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William Stanley Braithwaite

American writer, poet and literary critic (1878-1962) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 83

William Stanley Beaumont Braithwaite was an African-American writer, poet, literary critic, anthologist, and publisher in the United States. His work as a critic and anthologist was widely praised and important in the development of East Coast poetry styles in the early 20th century.

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Spingarn Medal1918

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He was awarded the Spingarn Medal in 1918.

Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1878 to 1962 · aged 83