Rose Ausländer

Ukrainian-German poet and author

Rose Ausländer - Ukrainian-German poet and author
Born

May 11th, 1901
123 years ago

Died

January 3rd, 1988
37 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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Born in 1901 in Ukraine, this poet faced significant challenges during her life, including the impact of war and displacement. Relocating to Germany in the 1920s, she became a prominent figure in the literary scene. Her poetry often dealt with themes of exile, identity, and the human condition. Her works were influenced by her experiences during World War II and the Holocaust. After the war, she returned to Germany, where she continued to write and publish, gaining recognition in German literature until her death in 1988.

Published the poetry collection 'From the Land of Conscience'

Received the Fontane Prize in 1979

Awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

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