Robert Duncan
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Summary
Robert Duncan was born on January 7, 1919[1], in Oakland[2]. He died on February 3, 1988[3], in San Francisco[4]. He worked as a poet[5], writer[6], painter[7], playwright[8], and essayist[9]. He ranks in the top 0.7% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,852 views/month, #7,020 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[11]
- Occupation: literary critic[12]
- Educated at: University of California, Berkeley[13], Black Mountain College[14], Bakersfield High School[15]
- Award received: American Book Awards[16], Shelley Memorial Award[17], Guggenheim Fellowship[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Movement: Beat Generation[20]
- Unmarried partner: Jess Collins[21]
- Archives at: University of Victoria Special Collections and University Archives[22]
- Cause of death: kidney disease[23]
- Family name: Duncan[24]
- Given name: Robert[25], Edward[26]
- Manner of death: natural causes[27]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[28]
- Name in kana: ロバート・ダンカン[29]
- Start of work period: 1959[30]
Why It Matters
Robert Duncan has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] He is known by 18 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
FAQs
Where was Robert Duncan born?
Robert Duncan was born in Oakland[2].
Where did Robert Duncan die?
Robert Duncan passed away in San Francisco[4].
What did Robert Duncan do for work?
Robert Duncan worked as a poet[5], writer[6], painter[7], playwright[8], and essayist[9].
Where did Robert Duncan go to school?
Robert Duncan was educated at University of California, Berkeley[13], Black Mountain College[14], and Bakersfield High School[15].
What awards did Robert Duncan receive?
Honors received include American Book Awards[16], Shelley Memorial Award[17], and Guggenheim Fellowship[18].