Jules Laforgue
Uruguayan-French poet and author
Born
August 16th, 1860
165 years ago
Died
August 20th, 1887
138 years ago — 27 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in Uruguay and later settling in France, Laforgue became a significant figure in French poetry during the late 19th century. His work is characterized by a unique style that blends symbolism with modernist influences. He published several poetry collections and essays, with notable works including 'L'Imitation de Jésus-Christ' and 'Sonnets et poèmes'. His innovative techniques and thematic explorations of existential angst and irony have had a lasting impact on subsequent generations of poets.
Published 'L'Imitation de Jésus-Christ'
Authored 'Sonnets et poèmes'
Contributed to the Symbolist movement
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