William Alexander Percy
American writer (1885–1942)
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Summary
William Alexander Percy was born on May 14, 1885[1], in Greenville[2]. He died on January 21, 1942[3]. He worked as a poet[4] and writer[5]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (466 views/month, #7,237 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Father: LeRoy Percy[7]
- Country of citizenship: United States[8]
- Field of work: poetry[9], autobiography[10]
- Educated at: Harvard Law School[11], Sewanee: The University of the South[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Participated in conflict: World War I[14]
- Family name: Percy[15]
- Given name: William[16]
- Work location: Greenville[17]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[18]
Why It Matters
William Alexander Percy is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[19]
FAQs
Where was William Alexander Percy born?
William Alexander Percy was born in Greenville[2].
Who were William Alexander Percy's parents?
William Alexander Percy's father was LeRoy Percy[7].
What did William Alexander Percy do for work?
William Alexander Percy worked as a poet[4] and writer[5].
Where did William Alexander Percy go to school?
William Alexander Percy was educated at Harvard Law School[11] and Sewanee: The University of the South[12].