Lewis Spence

Poet

Birthday November 25, 1874

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace New York

DEATH DATE Mar 3, 1955 (80)

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About

Former journalist and poet who found greater success as a compiler of Scottish folklore and the occult during his lengthy career.

Before Fame

He matriculated from Edinburgh University, where he developed a long-standing interest in Journalism.

Trivia

He was the principal founder of the Scottish National Movement, which later merged with another organization to become the Scottish National Party.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Angus, Scotland. And he married Helen Bruce 1899.

Associated With

He and Jean Valentine are both prominent poets with roots in New York.