1910 - 1966
Delmore Schwartz was an American poet, fiction writer, and essayist born on December 8, 1913, in Brooklyn, New York. He is best known for his influential poetry and short stories, notably his collections "In Dreams Begin Responsibilities" and "The World Is Round." Schwartz's work significantly impacted the literary community and influenced a generation of writers, including figures such as Saul Bellow and Philip Roth.