Birthdate: April 11, 1722
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Shipbourne, England
Died: May 21, 1771
Christopher Smart, an English poet, was known for his contributions to popular magazines and his controversial reputation. He faced confinement in a mental asylum and debtors’ prison due to his supposed religious “mania.” Despite these challenges, he produced notable works like A Song to David and Jubilate Agno, showcasing diverse themes of religion, nature, and English nationalism. Smart’s legacy as a poet continues to be debated and appreciated by scholars.
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