Amy Lowell was an American poet born on February 9, 1874, in Brookline, Massachusetts. She was a prominent figure in the Imagist movement, which emphasized clarity, precision, and vivid imagery in poetry. Lowell's work often explored themes of love, nature, and the human experience, and she was known for her innovative use of free verse. In addition to her poetry, Lowell was an advocate for women's rights and played a significant role in promoting modernist literature. She published several collections, including Patterns and What's O'Clock, and received the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1926. Lowell passed away on May 12, 1925, leaving a lasting impact on American literature.