Cesare Pavese
Italian poet and novelist, The Moon and the Bonfires
Born
September 9th, 1908
116 years ago
Died
August 27th, 1950
74 years ago — 41 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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A prominent figure in Italian literature, this individual produced various poetry and prose works that explored themes of loneliness, love, and existentialism. Influenced by his experiences and the socio-political landscape of Italy, the writing often reflected the struggles of post-war society. Key works include the novel 'The Moon and the Bonfires' and the poetry collection 'Lavorare Stanca'. The individual was also associated with the literary group called 'Hermeticism', known for its cryptic and symbolic style. The tragic death in 1950 marked the end of a significant literary career.
Authored the novel 'The Moon and the Bonfires'
Published the poetry collection 'Lavorare Stanca'
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