Bolesław Prus
Polish journalist and novelist
Born
August 20th, 1847
178 years ago
Died
May 19th, 1912
113 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Poland
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A prominent journalist and novelist in the 19th century, contributed significantly to Polish literature. Authored the novel 'The Doll', which explores social issues and the complexities of human emotion against the backdrop of the rapidly changing society of the time. Worked as a journalist for various publications, where writings reflected on social and political matters. Involved in the progressive thought of the era, analyzing the condition of Polish society during partitions. Engaged in debates regarding educational reforms and modernization.
Authored the novel 'The Doll'
Worked as a journalist for 'Kurier Warszawski'
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