Jean-Joseph Rabearivelo

Malagasy-French poet and playwright

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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