Yitzhak Lamdan

Russian-Israeli journalist and poet

Yitzhak Lamdan - Russian-Israeli journalist and poet
Born

November 7th, 1899
125 years ago

Died

November 17th, 1954
70 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Israel

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Born in Russia, Lamdan was a poet and journalist who played a significant role in the development of Hebrew literature. Emigrating to Palestine in 1925, he became involved in the cultural and political life of the Jewish community. His poetry often reflected themes of nationalism and the struggles of the Jewish people. Lamdan also worked as a journalist, providing critical insights into the socio-political issues of his time. His contributions to literature and journalism positioned him as a prominent figure in early 20th-century Hebrew culture.

Published the poetry collection 'The Land of Israel'

Contributed to various Hebrew periodicals as a journalist

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