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Clarke, Austin (1896-1974), poet
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1896-1974
History
Austin Clarke was one of the leading poets of the post-Yeats generation best known for his exceptional style which combined the English language with the rhythm of traditional Irish-language poetry. His published poetic works include The Vengeance of Fionn (1917), Night and Morning (1938) and Ancient Lights (1955). Clarke also wrote plays, novels and two volumes of memoirs.