The Life of John Keats By kbolinder Oct 31, 1795 John Keats was born near London. Oct 1, 1803 John's father was killed in an accident. His mother remarried later the same year. May 1, 1810 John's mother died. Him and his brothers and sisters were left to the care of their grandmother. Sep 2, 1814 He left his apprenticeship as a surgeon to become a writer. May 7, 1816 Keats published his first poem in a magazine. May 7, 1817 Keats published a book of his poems and sonnets. Dec 1, 1817 His writing and poetry recieved poor reviews and criticism. Sep 10, 1819 Keats took on an ordinary job to distance himself from literature. Feb 1, 1820 Keats was struck with the first signs of consumption. Feb 23, 1821 Keats died in Rome, Italy.
