Etzer Vilaire
Etzer Vilaire (7 April 1872 - 1951) was a Haitian poet and attorney.
Early life and education
Born in Jérémie, Vilaire was educated in private schools. He attended law school and passed the bar.
Career
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
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
- 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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