First Publication of 'Kismet'
Poet involved
What happened
Walter de la Mare published his first short story, 'Kismet,' in 1895 under the pseudonym Walter Ramal. This marked his entry into the literary world and set the stage for his future career as a writer. The story's themes of fate and destiny would resonate throughout his later works.
Literary impact
The publication of 'Kismet' was significant as it demonstrated de la Mare's early narrative style and thematic interests, which would evolve into his characteristic blend of fantasy and reality in poetry and prose.
Source: Wikipedia
