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Thomas O'Hagan
1855–1939
A Canadian poet, teacher, and lecturer, he wrote with a strong sense of history and national identity. His work helped shape early Canadian literary culture while reaching readers through poetry, essays, and public speaking.
2 Audiobooks
Essays Literary, Critical and Historical
by Thomas O'Hagan
Songs of Heroic Days
by Thomas O'Hagan
About the author
Born on March 6, 1855, in the Gore of Toronto, Thomas O'Hagan grew up in Bruce County, Ontario, after his family moved there when he was still an infant. He became known as a poet, educator, and literary figure whose writing often drew on Canadian history, faith, and public life.
O'Hagan published poetry and prose across several decades, including Songs of Heroic Days, A Gate of Flowers, and Essays: Literary, Critical and Historical. He was also active as a lecturer and critic, building a reputation as a thoughtful voice in Canadian letters at a time when the country's literary identity was still taking shape.
He died in 1939, leaving behind a body of work that reflects both scholarship and a deep interest in Canada's cultural story. For listeners exploring older Canadian writing, his books offer a window into the ideals, language, and literary ambitions of his era.