Etzer Vilaire (7 April 1872 - 1951) was a Haitian poet and attorney.
Early life and education edit
Born in Jérémie, Vilaire was educated in private schools. He attended law school and passed the bar.
Career edit
Entering a law practice, he wrote poetry in his spare time but it was his true vocation.
He was a member of the literary society La Ronde.
Literary career edit
He published several books of poetry. His most remembered works are Page d'Amour (1897), Dix Hommes Noirs (1901), Années Tendres (1907), and Nouveaux Poèmes (1910).
References edit
- Schutt-Ainé, Patricia (1994). Haiti: A Basic Reference Book. Miami, Florida: Librairie Au Service de la Culture. p. 99. ISBN 0-9638599-0-0.
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