Samuel W. Allen

1917–2015 (age 98)

Writer and literary scholar

Biography

Samuel W. Allen (1917-2015) was a prolific writer and literary scholar whose work championed African-American voices, enriching poetry, criticism, and historical awareness throughout a remarkable career.

He remained a guiding figure for students and peers alike, always advocating for storytelling that uplifts marginalized communities, a legacy honored at Green Lawn Cemetery.

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