Jean-Joseph Rabearivelo
Malagasy-French poet and playwright
Born
March 4th, 1901
124 years ago
Died
1937
88 years ago — 36 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Madagascar
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Born in Madagascar, contributed significantly to literature through poetry and plays. Worked to bridge Malagasy culture with French literary forms. Authored the notable works 'L’Exil' and 'Etudes Malgaches', which highlighted the struggles and beauty of Malagasy life. Explored themes of identity, colonialism, and cultural heritage.
Authored 'L’Exil', exploring themes of identity
Wrote 'Etudes Malgaches', highlighting Malagasy culture
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