Jacques Vaché
French author and poet associated with Surrealism
Born
September 7th, 1895
129 years ago
Died
1919
106 years ago — 24 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in 1895, this author and poet contributed significantly to the Surrealist movement in literature. His writings, which often explored the subconscious and dream logic, were influential among contemporaries. Combining elements of absurdism with sharp social critique, the works resonated with the themes of the early 20th-century avant-garde. His collaborations with leading surrealists helped shape the aesthetic and thematic direction of the movement, encouraging innovative approaches to literature and art. Despite a short life, he left a legacy that continued to inspire artists and writers after his death.
Published 'Lettres de guerre'
Influenced Surrealism in literature
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