Thomas S. Eliot
US-British poet (1888–1965)
1888 — 1965
Quick Facts
Profession
US-British poet (1888–1965)
Born
September 26, 1888
Died
1965 (age ~77)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
screenwriter, writer, poet
United KingdomBorn in St. LouisDied in Kensington
1888
Born in St. Louis (1888-09-26)
1948
AwardNobel Prize in Literature
1948
AwardPour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order
1950
AwardTony Award for Best Play
1951
Awarddoctor honoris causa from the University of Paris
1952
Awardhonorary doctor of the University of Rennes
About
Thomas Stearns Eliot was a poet, essayist and playwright. He was a leading figure of modernist poetry in the English language where he reinvigorated the art through his use of language, writing style, and verse structure. He is also noted for his critical essays, which often re-evaluated long-held cultural beliefs.
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Who is Thomas S. Eliot?+
Thomas Stearns Eliot was a poet, essayist and playwright. He was a leading figure of modernist poetry in the English language where he reinvigorated the art through his use of language, writing style, and verse structure. He is also noted for his critical essays, which often re-evaluated long-held c
What does the name Thomas mean?+
The name Thomas means "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is of French origin.
When was Thomas S. Eliot born?+
Thomas S. Eliot was born on September 26, 1888.
When did Thomas S. Eliot die?+
Thomas S. Eliot died in 1965, at approximately 77 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Θωμάς)
The name Thomas is of French origin, meaning "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Thomas — September 26, 1888
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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