Elizabeth Bishop was an American poet born on February 8, 1911, in Worcester, Massachusetts. She is known for her precise language and vivid imagery, often drawing inspiration from her travels and personal experiences. Bishop's work frequently explores themes of loss, nature, and the complexities of human emotion. Throughout her career, Bishop received numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1956 for her collection "Poems: North & South—A Cold Spring." She served as the Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress from 1949 to 1950. Bishop passed away on October 6, 1979, leaving a lasting impact on American literature.