George Coșbuc

Romanian journalist and poet

George Coșbuc - Romanian journalist and poet
Born

1866
159 years ago

Died

May 9th, 1918
107 years ago — 52 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Romania

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A prominent figure in Romanian literature, contributed extensively to poetry, journalism, and education. Coșbuc's works addressed themes of rural life and social issues, making significant contributions to the Romanian literary canon. His poetry is often characterized by its emotional depth and simplicity. Besides poetry, Coșbuc engaged in journalism, influencing public opinion on various matters during his time. He also served as a teacher, promoting education in Romania.

Authored the poetry collection 'Poezii'

Contributed to various Romanian newspapers

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