Charles Baudelaire
French poet and critic; 'Les Fleurs du mal'
Born
April 9th, 1821
204 years ago
Died
August 31st, 1867
158 years ago — 46 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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A significant figure in French literature, contributed to theSymbolist movement. Published 'Les Fleurs du mal,' a collection of poems that explored themes of beauty, decadence, and modernity. Critically examined art and literature in essays, introducing new perspectives on aesthetics. Influenced various 20th-century writers and poets, establishing groundwork for modern poetry.
Published 'Les Fleurs du mal' in 1857
Wrote influential essays on art criticism
Pioneered the Symbolist literary movement
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