Paula von Preradović
Croatian poet and author of 'Lijepa Naša'
Born
1887
138 years ago
Died
May 25th, 1951
73 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Croatia
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Born in 1885, a prominent Croatian poet and author contributed significantly to Croatian literature. Focused on themes of national identity and love for Croatia, crafted lyrical poetry that resonated with both her contemporaries and future generations. Authored the lyrics to the Croatian national anthem, which remains a vital part of national identity. Published several volumes of poetry and worked to preserve the Croatian language and culture during a tumultuous period in history. Died in 1951, leaving behind a lasting literary legacy.
Authored the lyrics to 'Lijepa Naša' (The Beautiful Our)
Published several volumes of poetry
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