Hendrik Adamson
Estonian poet and educator
Born
October 6th, 1891
133 years ago
Died
1946
79 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Estonia
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Born in 1891, this poet contributed significantly to Estonian literature through both poetry and educational efforts. He worked as a teacher, intertwining literary studies with language instruction. His poetry often reflected the cultural and emotional landscape of Estonia during challenging times. Engaged in the literary community, he played a crucial role in nurturing Estonian poetry in the early 20th century and worked towards promoting the national language and culture.
Published several poetry collections
Contributed to literary education in Estonia
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