Lưu Trọng Lư
Vietnamese poet and playwright
Born
1912
113 years ago
Died
August 10th, 1991
33 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Vietnam
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This individual contributed significantly to Vietnamese literature as a poet and playwright. Founded the modern Vietnamese poetic movement, combining traditional elements with modern themes. Worked as a journalist and editor, influencing literary culture through various publications. Created plays that explored contemporary issues, reflecting social changes and human emotions during a transformative period in Vietnam's history.
Published numerous poetry collections including 'Đoá Hoa Mới'
Authored influential plays such as 'Lôi Vũ'
Served as an editor for literary magazines
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