1898

Enrollment at Harvard University

Poet involved

What happened

Witter Bynner enrolled at Harvard University in 1898, where he became part of a vibrant intellectual community. His time at Harvard exposed him to influential thinkers and writers, including Wallace Stevens and George Santayana. This period was crucial for his literary development and social networking.

Literary impact

Harvard was a transformative experience for Bynner, shaping his literary style and expanding his artistic horizons. The friendships and mentorships he formed during this time would greatly influence his later works and his approach to poetry.

Source: Wikipedia

Poets alive in 1898

275 poets

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