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Louis Esson

Born in August 10, 1878 / Died in November 27, 1943 / Australia / English

Louis Esson poet from Australia was born on August 10, 1878, had 65 years and died on November 27, 1943. Poems were written mainly in English language. Dominant movement is other.

Biography

Thomas Buvelot Esson (Louis),was born in Edingurgh,Scotland and moved to Australia with his mother after his father died when Louis was three years old. He majored in English and French at Melbourne University. He was dissatisfied with Australian literary offerings of the time so travelled to France, England and Ireland. It was in Ireland that he was encouraged to return to Australia to write Australian material. He started writing poetry but later turned his talents to short stories and plays. He is now seen as the father of modern Australian drama
He died in 1943. ..