Évariste de Parny

French poet and author of 'Chansons'

Évariste de Parny - French poet and author of 'Chansons'
Born

February 6th, 1753
272 years ago

Died

1814
211 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Born in 1753, this individual became a notable French poet and author. Renowned for poetry that often reflected themes of love and nature, the works captured the essence of the French literary scene of the 18th century. 'Chansons', a collection of poems, showcased lyrical elegance and contributed significantly to the development of French poetry. The individual was also involved in the literary movements of the time, fostering connections with other thinkers and writers.

Authored the poetry collection 'Chansons'

Contributed to 18th-century French poetry

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