What followed was what typically happens when a famous poet befriends an unknown.

But the world's most famous poet could not marry his secretary in secret, and the couple were inevitably tracked down by a fascinated press.

He was a famous poet and author of many books.

On the one hand he was a famous poet, worthy of admiration and respect.

Malik was a chief of some distinction, a warrior, noted for his generosity and a famous poet.