Louis Aragon
French author and poet, Surrealism advocate
Born
October 3rd, 1897
127 years ago
Died
December 24th, 1982
42 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in 1897, this author and poet played a significant role in the Surrealist movement in literature. Involved with key figures like André Breton, he helped shape avant-garde poetic expression. His work often explored themes of love, politics, and social issues. In addition to poetry, he contributed to novels, essays, and criticism, with notable works such as 'Le Paysan de Paris' and 'Les Aventures de Télémaque.' His literary contributions spanned decades, leaving a lasting legacy in modern French literature. During the Second World War, he dedicated himself to the Resistance against Nazi occupation, which further defined his role as a public intellectual.
Contributed to the Surrealist movement
Wrote 'Le Paysan de Paris'
Wrote 'Les Aventures de Télémaque'
Participated in the French Resistance
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