Giuseppe Ungaretti
Italian poet and soldier, WWI veteran
Born
February 10th, 1888
137 years ago
Died
June 2nd, 1970
54 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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Born in Egypt, a soldier and poet during World War I. Contributed to the literary movement known as Hermeticism, which emphasized brevity and intensity in poetry. Inspired by personal experiences in the war, produced significant works while serving in the Italian army. Later held various academic posts and continued writing and publishing poetry throughout life. Engaged in journalism and wrote extensively about the impact of war on human experience.
Published the poetry collection 'Il Porto Sepolto'
Served as a soldier in the Italian army during World War I
Received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1970
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