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Ukrainian-Polish poet and academic
Born
November 14th, 1878
146 years ago
Died
May 31st, 1957
68 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Poland
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A prominent poet and academic, contributed significantly to Polish literature in the 20th century. Associated with the Skamander group, which promoted modernist poetry in Poland. Published collections such as 'The Taming of the Wind' and 'The Chariot of Fire' while also exploring themes of nature, love, and existentialism. Held various academic positions, influencing numerous students and writers. Recognized for his literary work and received multiple accolades for contributions to poetry.
Published 'The Taming of the Wind'
Part of the Skamander literary group
Won the State Prize for Literature
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