Famous Classic Poems by Father of Canadian Poetry, Charles George Douglas Roberts

Known as the Father of Canadian Poetry, Charles George Douglas Roberts was born in Douglas, New Brunswick, in 1860. As a child he was surrounded by lovely landscapes and this beauty inspired his work throughout his life.

In 1879, he graduated from the University of New Brunswick. He then moved to Chatham, N.B. to become head master of the grammar school. At the age of 20 he published his first volume of poetry, Orion and Other Poems (1860).

He was an inspiration to Bliss Carman (his cousin), Archibald Lampman, and Duncan Campbell Scott. The four poets became known as the “Confederation poets”.

He was most popular in and lectured throughout Canada, always promoting Canadian writers. He served as national president of the Canadian Author’s Association and as editor of Canadian Who Was Who.

Sir Charles G.D. Roberts was the first resident of Canada to be knighted for his contributions to literature.