1939

Founding of the Kenyon Review

Poet involved

What happened

In 1939, Ransom co-founded the Kenyon Review in Gambier, Ohio, a literary magazine that became a significant platform for modern literature. The magazine published works by many prominent writers and poets, fostering a community of literary talent.

Literary impact

The Kenyon Review allowed Ransom to influence the literary community actively, promoting new voices and ideas in poetry. It also provided a venue for his own work, helping to establish his legacy as both a poet and a critic.

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Poets alive in 1939

140 poets

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