About
Russian-American, Yiddish-language poet known for Knoytn, Unter der last, and other works. He was the 1954 recipient of the prestigious Harry Kovner Award for Yiddish poetry.
Before Fame
His father died when he was ten years old, and his mother apprenticed him to a carpenter.
Trivia
His poems frequently dealt with themes of poverty and loneliness.
Family Life
He married Becky Friedland, with whom he had two sons.
Associated With
Isaac Bashevis Singer was another important Yiddish literary figure.
