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Also Known As Arthur William Symons
Born February 28, 1865 • Milford Haven • Wales
Died January 22, 1945 (aged 79) • England
Notable Works “Symbolist Movement in Literature, The”
Movement / Style Decadent
Subjects Of Study Symbolism

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