b. 1852d. 1940
Edwin Markham
Markham's most famous literary work, the poem "Lincoln, the Man of the People" of 1922, was read at the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial.
Photo: Edwin Markham, public domain.
About
Markham, a native of the West Coast, grew up on a farm with 5 brothers and sisters. His writing often concerns working class individuals and merges artistry with political commentary.
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