1913 - 1980
Muriel Rukeyser was an American poet, translator, and political activist, born on December 15, 1913, in New York City. She is known for her powerful and innovative poetry that often addressed social justice issues, women's rights, and the intersection of art and politics. Rukeyser published numerous collections, including "The Life of Poetry" and "The Book of the Dead," and her work has had a lasting impact on contemporary American literature. She passed away on February 12, 1980.