~ 1855 - 1920
George Edward Woodberry (1855-1930) was an American poet, literary critic, and educator known for his contributions to American literature and his role in the development of literary criticism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He served as a professor at various institutions, including Columbia University, and was recognized for his works that explored themes of nature and philosophical introspection. Woodberry is also noted for his studies on notable authors such as Edgar Allan Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne.