George Coșbuc
Romanian journalist and poet
Born
1866
159 years ago
Died
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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