William Carlos Williams: A Literary Journey
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Early Life William Carlos Williams was born on September 17, 1883, in Rutherford, New Jersey, USA. His father, William George Williams, was of English descent, while his mother was Puerto Rican. He spent his formative years in Rutherford, where his family's love for literature and art provided a rich background for his development as a writer. His mother introduced him to painting and art, while his father exposed him to classic works of literature, including Shakespeare, Dante's Inferno, and Sullivan. These early influences played a pivotal role in shaping his future as a poet and writer. Education William's formal education began at Horace Mann High School in New York City, where he started an in-depth study of poetry under the guidance of William Abbot. He was introduced to classical poetry during this time. In 1902, he enrolled in the medical school at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated in 1906. After completing his medical studies, he interned at two hospitals …