Birthdate: April 25, 1873
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Charlton, London Charlton, Kent, England, UK
Died: June 22, 1956
Walter de la Mare, an English poet, short story writer, and novelist, was celebrated for his diverse literary works. He was known for his captivating writing for children, particularly the famous poem “The Listeners.” Furthermore, his contributions to psychological horror fiction with works like “Seaton’s Aunt” and “All Hallows” were highly acclaimed. His novel “Memoirs of a Midget” was honored with the prestigious James Tait Black Memorial Prize. Additionally, his post-war collection “Collected Stories for Children” received the 1947 Carnegie Medal for British children’s books.
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