Edwin Muir
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Summary
Edwin Muir was born on May 15, 1887[1], in Deerness[2]. He died on January 3, 1959[3], in Cambridge[4]. He worked as a linguist[5], poet[6], literary critic[7], translator[8], and writer[9]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (665 views/month, #7,224 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Spouse: Willa Muir[11]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[12]
- Occupation: critic[13]
- Employer: Harvard University[14]
- Award received: Johann Heinrich Voß Prize for Translation[15], Russell Loines Award for Poetry[16], Heinemann Award[17], Saltire Awards[18], honorary doctor of the University of Rennes[19]
- Sex or gender: male[20]
- Movement: Scottish Renaissance[21]
- Family name: Muir[22]
- Given name: Edwin[23]
- Work location: Laxenburg[24]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: German[25], English[26]
- Name in native language: Edwin Muir[27]
- Writing language: English[28]
Why It Matters
Edwin Muir has Wikipedia articles in 11 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[29] He is known by 7 alternative names across languages and contexts.[30]
FAQs
Where was Edwin Muir born?
Edwin Muir was born in Deerness[2].
Where did Edwin Muir die?
Edwin Muir passed away in Cambridge[4].
Who was Edwin Muir married to?
Edwin Muir's spouses include Willa Muir[11].
What did Edwin Muir do for work?
Edwin Muir worked as a linguist[5], poet[6], literary critic[7], translator[8], and writer[9].
What awards did Edwin Muir receive?
Honors received include Johann Heinrich Voß Prize for Translation[15], Russell Loines Award for Poetry[16], Heinemann Award[17], and Saltire Awards[18].