John Richard Williams, also known as J. R. Tryfanwy

John Richard Williams, 1867-1924, was a poet. At a young age, he lost his sight and hearing, and following the death of his father and mother he was taken in by his Aunt who lived in Porthmadog, Caernarfonshire. His work was published in many journals and two anthologies appeared in 1892 and 1910.

From the guide to the Poems of J. R. Tryfanwy, Late 19th century - early 20th century, (Bangor University)