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American poet

Lived
1849–1887
Country
United States
Books
1

Emma Lazarus published 1 poetry collection, beginning with The Poems of Emma Lazarus (1888).

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  1. The Poems of Emma Lazarus (1888)

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About Emma Lazarus

Emma Lazarus was an American author of poetry, prose, and translations, as well as an activist for Jewish and Georgist causes. Lazarus is especially remembered for her 1883 sonnet, "The New Colossus", which was inspired by the Statue of Liberty. Lines from the sonnet are inscribed on a bronze plaque which was installed on the Statue's pedestal in 1903. Lazarus was involved in aiding refugees to New York who had fled antisemitic pogroms in eastern Europe, and she saw a way to express her empathy for these refugees in terms of the statue. The last lines of the sonnet were set to music by Irving Berlin as the song "Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor" for the 1949 musical Miss Liberty, which was based on the sculpting of the Statue of Liberty. The latter part of the sonnet was also set by Lee Hoiby in his song "The Lady of the Harbor" written in 1985 as part of his song cycle "Three Women".

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Emma Lazarus FAQ

How many books has Emma Lazarus written?
Emma Lazarus published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Emma Lazarus's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Poems of Emma Lazarus.
What is Emma Lazarus's last book?
The Poems of Emma Lazarus (1888).
What is Emma Lazarus's most famous book?
The Poems of Emma Lazarus (1888) is Emma Lazarus's most widely read book.
Can I read Emma Lazarus's books for free?
Yes. 3 books by Emma Lazarus are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

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