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Donald Evans
1884–1921
A witty, restless voice in early 20th-century American poetry, he moved easily between literature, journalism, and music criticism. His work is often remembered for its playful intelligence, cosmopolitan flavor, and sense of style.
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Sonnets from the Patagonian
by Donald Evans
About the author
Born in Philadelphia on July 24, 1884, Donald Evans was an American poet, publisher, music critic, and journalist. He studied at Haverford College and worked in newspapers in the early part of his career before becoming known in literary circles for verse that mixed polish, irony, and charm.
Evans published several books of poetry, including Sonnets from the Patagonian, Two Deaths in the Bronx, and Ironica. Alongside his writing, he was active in publishing and criticism, which helped place him in the lively magazine and arts culture of his time.
He died in New York on May 26, 1921, at just 36 years old. Although he is not as widely read today as some of his contemporaries, his work still stands out for its elegance, humor, and distinctly modern literary personality.