Irwin Allen Ginsberg

Region	North America
Language	English
Profession	Poet, Writer
Education	Columbia University
Period	Contemporary
Movements	Beat Generation
Notable Works	Howl, Kaddish, America, The Fall of America, Reality Sandwiches
Awards	Robert Frost Medal National Book Award
Politics	Leftist
Bio	Allen Ginsberg was a central figure in the Beat Generation, a literary movement that challenged conventional norms in post-war America. His seminal poem Howl, with its raw expression of alienation and defiance, became a defining work of the 1950s counterculture. Ginsberg's writing often focused on themes of personal freedom, social justice, and spirituality. He was a tireless advocate for civil liberties, anti-war causes, and LGBTQ+ rights. His poetry and activism have left a lasting impact on American culture and literature.