Philip Larkin

Philip Arthur Larkin (August 9, 1922 – December 2, 1985) was an English poet, novelist and jazz critic. One of the most prominent British poets of the second half of the 20th century – he was offered, but declined, the Poet Laureateship following the death of John Betjeman – he spent his working life as a university librarian.

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August 9 - 1922 - December 2 - 1985 - English - Poet - Novelist - Jazz - Critic - Poet Laureate - John Betjeman - Librarian

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