Captain Robert von Ranke Graves, a renowned English poet, historical novelist, and critic, was born on 24 July 1895 and passed away on 7 December 1985. His father, Alfred Perceval Graves, was a celebrated Irish poet and a prominent figure in the Gaelic revival, and both father and son were passionate about Celtic studies and Irish mythology. Throughout his lifetime, Graves was an incredibly prolific writer, producing more than 140 works that have stood the test of time.
Graves' poetry, translations, and innovative analysis of Greek myths have never been out of print, and his memoir, Good-Bye to All That, offers a unique glimpse into his experiences during World War I. Additionally, his speculative study of poetic inspiration, The White Goddess, has been widely acclaimed.
As a masterful short story writer, Graves has left a lasting legacy, with stories such as "The Tenement" remaining popular to this day.
