Ted Hughes

Ted Hughes (1930–1998) was an acclaimed English poet whose vivid, often mythic writing made him one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century. He served as the U.K. Poet Laureate from 1984 until his death, producing works noted for their raw power and connection to the natural world. His major books—including 'The Hawk in the Rain', 'Crow', and 'Birthday Letters'—cemented his reputation as a visionary and emotionally intense writer.