Friedrich Hölderlin
German lyric poet and author
Born
1770
255 years ago
Died
June 7th, 1843
182 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A leading figure in German literature, associated with the Romantic movement and idealist philosophy. Produced significant works including 'Hyperion' and numerous poignant poems that explore themes of nature, existence, and the divine. His literary career was marked by a deep engagement with the ideas of his time, reflecting both personal and broader societal struggles. Suffered from mental illness later in life, spending many years in isolation. His poetry influenced later generations of writers and philosophers.
Authored the novel 'Hyperion'
Wrote renowned poems such as 'Bread and Wine' and 'The Archipelago'
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