Ausiàs March

Catalan poet and knight

Ausiàs March - Catalan poet and knight
Born

1397
628 years ago

Died

March 3rd, 1459
566 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Spain

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A prominent figure in Catalan literature, composed poetry that explored themes of love and philosophy. His work is considered a significant contribution to the Valencian school of poetry. March's style influenced later poets, and several of his poems are still celebrated for their emotional depth and complex imagery. His life spanned a time of political strife in the Crown of Aragon, yet his poetry served as a reflection on the human condition, showcasing a blend of medieval and early Renaissance ideas.

Wrote notable works such as 'Cants d'Amor'

Influenced later Catalan poets and writers

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