Nelly Sachs
Nobel Prize-winning poet and playwright
Born
December 10th, 1891
133 years ago
Died
May 12th, 1970
54 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Born in Germany, a notable poet and playwright created significant works that addressed themes of exile and the Jewish experience during World War II. Fleeing the rise of the Nazi regime, relocated to Sweden, where the majority of her literary contributions were made. Much of her writing reflected her personal loss and the broader tragedy of the Holocaust, utilizing a deeply emotional and lyrical style. Received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1966 in recognition of her literary achievements and profound impact on poetry.
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1966
Published notable works including 'Eli' and 'In the Habitant'
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