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Francis Scarfe

Francis Scarfe (1911–1986) was a British literary critic, poet and translator.

Also recorded as Francis Harold Scarfe

Francis Scarfe

Born
1911
Died
1986
Nationality
United Kingdom
Occupation
literary critic · poet · translator · writer
Fields
poetry · literary criticism · translation from French
Education
University of Paris · Fitzwilliam College · Durham University
Languages
English

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Notes, references and evidence

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