CREATIVE NON FICTION

BIOGRAPHICAL CRITCISM
Name:Khienry M. Elico

Section:Grade 12 St. Adella Of Normandy

On August 23, 1849, William Ernest Henley was born in gloucester,england.William Ernest
Henley was an English poet, critic, and editor. His life was marked by tremendous personal struggles and
physical hardships. At the age of 12, he developed tuberculosis of the bone, resulting in the amputation of
his left leg below the knee.henley’s personal experiences and struggles greatly influenced the themes and
tone of ‘Invictus.’ The poem reflects his unwavering determination to overcome adversity and his refusal
to succumb to despair.

It embodies his resilience and serves as an embodiment of his fierce spirit.Invictus’ is an

incredibly well-known poem written by William Ernest Henley. It was first published in 1875 and was
inspired by the poet’s personal experiences.the word invictus is Latin for unconquerable or undefeated, and
it serves as a fitting title for a poem that explores themes of resilience in the face of personal struggles.

It has had a significant impact on various forms of media and art, as well. Readers may be
familiar with a few of the poem’s best-known lines which have been referenced more than once in movies,
literature, and the poem’s lines, such as I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul,have
become iconic and are often quoted in motivational speeches, self-help books,and personal development
literature.