John Davidson (poet)
John Davidson | |
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John Davidson | |
| Born | 11 April 1857 Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, Scotland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
| Died | 23 March 1909 (aged 51) Penzance, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
| Resting place | Buried at sea off Penzance |
| Occupation | Poet, playwright, novelist |
| Language | English |
| Nationality | Scots |
| Citizenship | British |
| Education | University of Edinburgh (1876–77) |
| Spouse | Margaret McArthur of Perth |
| Children | Alexander and Menzies |
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John Davidson (11 April 1857 – 23 March 1909) was a Scottish poet, playwright and novelist, best known for his ballads. He also did translations from French. In 1909, financial difficulties, as well as physical and mental health problems, led to his suicide.