Jean Toomer
American poet and novelist (1894–1967)
Jean Toomer was born on December 26, 1894 in Washington, D.C. and died on March 30, 1967 in Doylestown, aged 72. Recorded occupations: poet, novelist, writer, playwright and teacher. Country of citizenship: United States. Associated movement: Harlem Renaissance. Notable works include “Cane”. Educated at University of Wisconsin System, University of Chicago, City College of New York and M Street High School.
- Born
- December 26, 1894 · Washington, D.C.
- Died
- March 30, 1967 · Doylestown
- Age at death
- 72
- Citizenship
- United States
- Occupations
- poet, novelist, writer, playwright, teacher
- Movements
- Harlem Renaissance
- Notable works
- Cane
- Education
- University of Wisconsin System, University of Chicago, City College of New York, M Street High School
- Wikipedia editions
- 14 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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