The poet W.H. Auden (5 letters) was an English-American poet, playwright, and essayist. He is best known for his works such as 'The Age of Anxiety' and 'Funeral Blues'. Auden was a prolific writer who wrote over 400 poems during his lifetime. He was also a professor of poetry at Oxford University from 1956 to 1961. His works are known for their wit, irony, and social commentary. Auden's influence on modern literature is undeniable, and he is considered one of the most important poets of the 20th century.