Thomas Stearns, American-born English poet, literary critic and dramatist is one the most influential writers of the 20th century. He is best known for his poem, "The Wasteland", one of the most widely discussed literary works of the early 20th century and of course "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" which became a musical in 1981 and was an immediate smash hit with the public that continues to mystify us even today and for generations to come. Now step into one of the worlds most famous and well-respected poets of the 20th century and enjoy!
His Works and Life "I am moved by fancies that are curled Around these images, and cling: The notion of some infinitely gentle Infinitely suffuring thing." -a well known verse from T.S Eliot's "Preludes"
Check out the musical that was based on this great poet's children book, "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats" called CATS that took the country by storm! Take a visit at my CATS website, BlueBell's Jellicle Library!
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