Birthdate: February 13, 1815
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Benson
Died: August 27, 1857
Rufus Wilmot Griswold was an influential American anthologist, editor, poet, and critic who made significant contributions to American literature. He compiled comprehensive anthologies of American poetry, highlighting the best works of his time. While praised for his literary accomplishments, Griswold also faced criticism for his contentious personality and controversial actions, including copyright infringements. His rivalry with Edgar Allan Poe and subsequent efforts to discredit Poe’s reputation often overshadowed his literary work. Griswold advocated for the integration of American poetry into school curricula and supported copyright legislation, despite his own questionable behavior.
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