What is William Plomer known for?

William Plomer is particularly recognized for his poetry and his contributions to literary criticism. He was also a significant figure in South African literature during his early career.

William Plomer

1903 – 1973

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William Plomer was a British writer whose work spanned poetry, novels, and short stories. He often wrote about identity and life in different cultures. Readers might know him from his book Coming to London.

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Non-Fiction Art Literary Fiction Fiction Essays

Also Known As

William C. Plomer, William PLOMER, William Charles Franklyn Plomer, WILLIAM PLOMER

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Coming to London

George Barker

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Laurens van der Post

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William Plomer

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What is William Plomer known for?
William Plomer is particularly recognized for his poetry and his contributions to literary criticism. He was also a significant figure in South African literature during his early career.