Cicely Fox Smith [1882 - 1954]

Cicely (pronounced 'sigh-sli' as in precisely) has produced some excellent poetry books and contributed to many more. She is best known as a writer of maritime poetry and as a knowledgeable writer on maritime themes. She has however written poetry on many other themes and has produced some excellent travel books and some standard fiction work.

With her sister Madge she also wrote some fine children's novels.

The photo of the poet was taken by Emil O. Hoppé, circa 1923.