Marceline Desbordes-Valmore

French poet and author of verse collections

Marceline Desbordes-Valmore - French poet and author of verse collections
Born

June 20th, 1786
239 years ago

Died

1859
166 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Born in 1786, this individual became a notable French poet and author. The works often reflected personal experiences and emotions, capturing the essence of romanticism. A significant contribution was made to French literature through poetry that emphasized emotional depth and intricate language. The individual published collections that received recognition during the 19th century and gained popularity among readers of romantic literature.

Published poetry collections such as 'Les Pleurs' and 'Mes Rememberances'

Influenced the Romantic literary movement in France

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