Poets born on October 27

Take a focused look at the poets born on October 27. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1914 Dylan Thomas

  Dylan Thomas was a renowned Welsh poet and writer, celebrated for his lyrical and emotive poetry as well as his distinctive voice for BBC radio broadcasts. His work helped shape 20th-century literature and continues to be studied and admired worldwide. [bio]

• 1932 Sylvia Plath

  Sylvia Plath was an American poet, novelist, and short-story writer, best known for her confessional poetry and her semi-autobiographical novel 'The Bell Jar.' She became a leading figure in 20th-century literature for her intense, emotional voice and her influential contribution to the genre of confessional poetry. [bio]