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James Laughlin

James Laughlin (1914–1997) was an American poet, editor and publisher.

Also recorded as James Laughlin IV

James Laughlin

Born
1914 · Pittsburgh.
Died
1997
Nationality
United States
Occupation
poet · editor · publisher
Education
Harvard University · Choate Rosemary Hall
Honours
National Book Award · Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award · Robert Frost Medal
Languages
American English · English

In this article

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

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