T. S. Eliot, full name Thomas Stearns Eliot, was a renowned American-born British poet, essayist, playwright, and literary critic. He was born on September 26, 1888, in St. Louis, Missouri, and passed away on January 4, 1965, in London, England. Eliot is best known for his modernist poetry, including works such as “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock,” “The Waste Land,” “Ash Wednesday,” and “Four Quartets.” His poetry often explored themes of disillusionment, alienation, and the search for spiritual meaning in a fragmented world.
In addition to his poetry, T. S. Eliot was a prominent literary critic and essayist. He was a major figure in the literary and intellectual circles of his time, and his work played a significant influence on 20th-century literature. He received numerous awards and honours, including the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1948. His contributions to literature continue to be studied and celebrated today.
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