1872 – 1906

Paul Laurence Dunbar

American poet, novelist, and short story writer (1872–1906)

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Born

1872-06-27, Dayton

Died

1906-02-09

Birthplace state

Ohio

Biography

Paul Laurence Dunbar was born in Dayton, Ohio, in 1872 to parents who had been enslaved in Kentucky before the American Civil War. He began writing stories and verse as a child, published his first poems at age 16 in a Dayton newspaper, and served as president of his high school's literary society. Dunbar worked as a poet, novelist, playwright, librettist, and writer, and died in 1906.

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Paul Laurence Dunbar is recorded as a novelist, a librettist, a playwright, a poet and a writer, born in Ohio (1872–1906).

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Frequently asked about Paul Laurence Dunbar

Who was Paul Laurence Dunbar?

Paul Laurence Dunbar was American poet, novelist, and short story writer (1872–1906), born in Ohio (1872 – 1906).

When and where was Paul Laurence Dunbar born?

Paul Laurence Dunbar was born on 1872-06-27 in Dayton.

When did Paul Laurence Dunbar die?

Paul died on 1906-02-09.

What was Paul Laurence Dunbar known for?

Paul Laurence Dunbar is recorded as a novelist, a librettist, a playwright, a poet and a writer.

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