Famous gay poets

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Poetry has long been used as an avenue for self-expression, and in this case, an exploration of one’s sexuality. Join the HuffPost Community. On this list, readers will find ten of the best LGBTQ poems. Follow Us. Terms Privacy Policy. Though many were afraid of persecution and hid their sexual orientation, others boldly came out in a time when homosexuality was completely condemned.

Log in to hide these messages. Here we take a look at 10 of the greatest gay or bisexual figures in classic literature. Poetry brings love to life and these incredible poets immortalized their love in their writings.

Suggest a correction. Go to Homepage. He spent two years in prison where he continued to write. Already contributed? After his sentence was complete, he fled to France and died in Read more on Bidness Etc. By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners.

Main Menu. For more essays, poet, and ephemera, check out our Pride Month roundup. 1. Explore the rich tradition of gay, lesbian, famous, transgender, and queer poets and poetry by browsing a selection of poems & audio. What's Hot. Support HuffPost Already contributed?

Membership connects you to a movement of readers who believe good journalism builds a better world. From Our Partner. Here we take a look at 10 of the greatest gay or bisexual figures in classic literature. Since ancient times, LGBTQ+ people have been drawn to the written word.

They touch on topics like love, identity, and passion. His plays were known and celebrated for their wit, humor, and attention to detail. His plays were known and celebrated for their wit, humor, and attention to detail. Oscar Wilde Oscar Wilde was born in ; and in the s, he was one of London’s most celebrated playwrights gay poets.