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About Mark Doty
2008 National Book Award for Poetry winner Mark Doty is credited with penning "Turtle, Swan" in 1987. The work, which was his first notable work, is regarded by many as one his most famous.
Early Life
The poet was born to Lawrence and Ruth Doty and lived out his childhood in Tennessee. He later graduated from Drake University and went on to graduate from Goddard College with a master's degree.
Career
Doty's career took a significant leap after the release of his debut poetry collection called "Turtle, Swan". He went on to release other collections that again received good acclaim. Some of those works of his are "Bethlehem in Broad Daylight" in 1991, "Atlantis" in 1995, "A Swarm, A Flock, A Host. Prestel" in 2013 and "Deep Lane" in 2015.
Personal Life
Doty is openly gay. He was first married to Paul Lisicky from 2008 to 2013. He remarried Alexander Hadel in 2015.
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F.A.Q. about Mark Doty
When is his birthday?
Mark Doty's birthday is on August 10, 1953.
In how many days is his birthday?
Mark's birthday is in 257 days
How old is he?
He is 70 years old.
Where is Mark from?
He was born in Maryville, Tennessee, U.S..