Fazıl Hüsnü Dağlarca
Turkish poet and soldier with notable verse
Born
August 26th, 1914
111 years ago
Died
October 15th, 2008
16 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Turkey
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Born in 1914, a Turkish soldier and poet gained recognition through a body of work that reflects both military experience and literary creativity. His poetry often captured the essence of Turkish identity and wrestling with existential themes. Dağlarca published numerous poetry collections, gaining significant attention in the Turkish literary world. Active during periods of conflict, his writings intertwined personal and national narratives, addressing themes of war and peace. Over the years, his literary output included various styles and subjects, earning him the title of one of Turkey's prominent 20th-century poets. Acknowledged for contributions to literature, he received multiple awards throughout his career.
Published over fifty poetry collections
Received the 1959 Turkish Language Association Prize
Awarded the 1962 State Literature Prize
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