A Polymath of the Arts: The Life and Legacy of John A. Crosby John A. Crosby (1912–1991) was far more than a single-faceted creator; he was a true Renaissance man of the American twentieth century. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Crosby’s life was defined by an unquenchable thirst for cultural excellence, spanning the realms of journalism, literature, art criticism, and operatic vision. His journey was one of profound connection—connect…