Maurice Thompson
1844–1901 (age 57)
Author/Poet
Biography
Maurice Thompson penned poems and stories that celebrated the American landscape and the human spirit, offering readers a keen sense of wonder and reflection. His work captured both the quiet moments of rural life and the pulse of larger national conversations.
He now rests at Oak Hill Cemetery, where his literary gifts continue to inspire readers who find comfort in the lyricism and insight he gifted to the world.