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James Whitcomb Riley (October 7, 1849 – July 22, 1916) was an American writer, poet, and best-selling author. During his lifetime he was known as the " Hoosier Poet" and "Children's Poet" for his dialect works and his children's poetry.
Riley's accessible and emotionally evocative poetry made him one of the most popular American poets of his time. Walt Whitman and EmilyDickinson are among Riley's contemporaries who also explored uniquely American themes in their poetry.
Author of numerous beloved poetry volumes, James Whitcomb Riley was widely known for books such as The Old Swimmin’-Hole and ’Leven More Poems, Riley Child-Rhymes, Out to Old Aunt Mary’s, and An Old Sweetheart. Born in Indiana in 1849, he was drawn to poetry even before he was able to read.
Jul 18, 2024 · James Whitcomb Riley (born Oct. 7, 1849, Greenfield, Ind., U.S.—died July 22, 1916, Indianapolis, Ind.) was a poet remembered for nostalgic dialect verse and often called “the poet of the common people.”
Jun 5, 2017 · James Whitcomb Riley was one of the most popular figures in the country during the height of his career. Through archival photos and narration, learn about his ties to Indiana, his home in...
James Whitcomb Riley - The Academy of American Poets is the largest membership-based nonprofit organization fostering an appreciation for contemporary poetry and supporting American poets. James Whitcomb Riley was born in Greenfield, Indiana, on October 7, 1849.
The Hoosier Poet. (Oct. 7, 1849-July 22, 1916). Born in the small town of Greenfield, Indiana, Riley was once regarded as America’s most-loved poet. He remains best known for such poems as “When the Frost is on the Punkin” and “Little Orphant Annie.”.
Author of numerous beloved poetry volumes, James Whitcomb Riley was widely known for books such as The Old Swimmin’-Hole and ’Leven More Poems, Riley Child-Rhymes, Out to Old Aunt Mary’s, and An Old Sweetheart. Born in Indiana in 1849, he was drawn to poetry even before he was able to read. Neglectful...
Examine the life, times, and work of James Whitcomb Riley through detailed author biographies on eNotes.
James Whitcomb Riley. Known as “The Hoosier Poet” because of his birth in Indiana and poems celebrating the state, and as “The Children’s Poet” due to his appeal for young readers, James Whitcomb Riley was one of his day’s best-selling writers.
