Paul Reps | |
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Born | Cedar City, Iowa, U.S. | September 15, 1895
Died | July 12, 1990 Los Angeles, California, U.S. | (aged 94)
Nationality | American |
Paul Reps (September 15, 1895 – July 12, 1990) was an American artist, poet, and author. He is best known for his unorthodox haiku-inspired poetry that was published from 1939 onwards. He is considered one of America's first haiku poets.
In association with his writing, Reps was also a well-received artist. Many of his books have artwork influenced by Zen Buddhism displayed in association with his writings.