Yvan Goll

Poet and playwright, 'The New Moon'

Yvan Goll - Poet and playwright, 'The New Moon'
Born

March 29th, 1891
134 years ago

Died

1950
75 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Born in 1891, this individual became a notable poet and playwright, contributing significantly to the avant-garde movement in early 20th-century literature. Active in both France and Germany, created works that often explored themes of identity and existence. His notable plays include 'The New Moon' and contributions to the literary journal 'Action'. Engaged with Expressionism, influenced contemporaries through dynamic verse and innovative theatrical forms.

Wrote 'The New Moon', a prominent play

Contributed to the literary movement Action

Pioneered avant-garde poetry in Europe

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