Stephen Crane (1871-1900) was an American novelist, poet and journalist, best known for the novel, The Red Badge of Courage. That work introduced the reading world to Crane's striking prose, a mix of impressionism, naturalism and symbolism. He died at age 28 in Badenweiler, Baden, Germany.
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Genuinely, nothing has made as much sense to me as learning that Stephen Crane’s father was a minister. Great poems, 10/10, perfect to read when you’re feeling very resentful towards humanity (compliment).