Archibald MacLeish
American poet and Librarian of Congress (1892-1982)
Archibald MacLeish (May 7, 1892 – April 20, 1982) was an American poet and writer. He worked for Fortune from 1929 to 1938. For five years, MacLeish was the ninth Librarian of Congress, nominated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.[1] From 1949 to 1962, he was a professor at Harvard University. He was awarded three Pulitzer Prizes for his work.
Archibald MacLeish | |
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| 1st Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs | |
| In office December 20, 1944 – August 17, 1945 | |
| President | Franklin D. Roosevelt Harry S. Truman |
| Preceded by | Position established |
| Succeeded by | William Benton |
| 9th Librarian of Congress | |
| In office July 10, 1939 – December 19, 1944 | |
| President | Franklin D. Roosevelt |
| Preceded by | Herbert Putnam |
| Succeeded by | Luther H. Evans |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 7, 1892 Glencoe, Illinois, US |
| Died | April 20, 1982 (aged 89) Boston, Massachusetts, US |
| Nationality | American |
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| Known for | Poetry, drama, essays, librarianship |
| Writing career | |
| Genre | Poetry, drama, essays |
| Notable works | Panic, J.B. |
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