Jakub Bart-Ćišinski
German poet and playwright
Born
August 20th, 1856
168 years ago
Died
October 16th, 1909
115 years ago — 53 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Born in 1856, a prominent figure in the literary scene, engaged in both poetry and playwriting. Contributed significantly to the cultural fabric of the time through various works. Utilized themes of national identity and cultural heritage in literary creations. Active during a period of significant artistic expression and was involved in discussions surrounding the role of the arts in society.
Wrote the play 'Wojna' in 1897.
Published influential poetry collections.
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