Famous poet and author Gwendolyn Brooks was born in 1917

June 7

On June 7, 1917, Gwendolyn Brooks was born. 

Gwendolyn Brooks was a famous poet and author during the 1900s. Brooks used literature to detail black stories and experiences.

Today, she is remembered as one of the most influential black female poets in history. Several prestigious institutions have been named in her honor including Gwendolyn Brooks College Preparatory Academy High School in Chicago.

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Sources

Academy of American Poets. (2022, October 13). Gwendolyn Brooks. Poets.org. https://poets.org/poet/gwendolyn-brooks