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Czesław Miłosz
1911-06-30 – 2004-08-14
Czesław Miłosz was a Polish-Lithuanian poet, prose writer, translator, and diplomat, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1980. Born into a Polish family in Lithuania, then part of the Russian Empire, Miłosz spent most of his adult life in Poland and later in the United States, where he became a university professor.
Cyrano de Bergerac
1619-03-06 – 1655-07-28
Cyrano de Bergerac was a French writer, poet, and playwright, known for his science fiction works and satirical plays. Born in Paris on March 6, 1619, he is most famous for his descriptions of space travel and his vivid imagination. His works "The State and Empire of the Moon" and "The State and Empire of the Sun" are considered precursors of modern science fiction, exploring concepts of interplanetary travel and utopian/dystopian societies with a critical and philosophical tone.
Corrado Alvaro
1895-04-15 – 1956-06-11
Corrado Alvaro was a prominent Italian writer and journalist, known for his engaging prose and profound humanism. Born in San Luca, Calabria, on April 15, 1895, his work frequently explores themes of exile, identity, and the human condition in times of crisis. His writing reflects a strong connection to his southern roots, but also a universal vision of the anxieties and hopes of modern man. Alvaro was a keen observer of his time, documenting the social and political transformations of 20th-century Italy.
Constantin Noica
1909-07-12 – 1987-12-04
Constantin Noica was an influential Romanian philosopher, considered one of the most important thinkers of the 20th century in Romania. His work is marked by a deep reflection on metaphysics, history, culture, and Romanian identity, often with a poetic and aphoristic style. He was a defender of the 'Romanian man' and his spirituality, seeking to rescue and reinterpret the country's philosophical tradition. His influence extended beyond philosophy, touching Romanian literature and cultural thought.
Claude-Adrien Helvétius
1715-01-26 – 1771-12-26
Claude-Adrien Helvétius was a French philosopher and writer of the Enlightenment. His most famous work, "De l'esprit" (On the Mind), caused great controversy and was condemned by the Church and Parliament, being publicly burned.
Conde de Lautréamont
1846-04-04 – 1870-11-24
The Count of Lautréamont, pseudonym of Isidore Lucien Ducasse, was a Franco-Uruguayan writer, known for his visionary and dark work. His writing, which challenged the literary conventions of his time, profoundly influenced movements such as surrealism and symbolism. His most famous work, 'The Songs of Maldoror', is a poetic and disturbing narrative that explores themes such as evil, rebellion, and criticism of bourgeois society, marked by bold language and shocking imagery.
Claude Aveline
1901-07-19 – 1992-11-04
Claude Aveline, real name René-Victorault, was a French writer, editor, and bookseller. He is known for his vast literary work and his role in promoting literature.
Friedrich Hebbel
1813-03-18 – 1863-12-13
Friedrich Hebbel was a German playwright and poet, considered one of the most important figures of German realist drama. His work is characterized by psychological depth and existential themes.
Charles-Ferdinand Ramuz
1878-09-24 – 1947-05-23
Charles-Ferdinand Ramuz was a French-speaking Swiss writer. He is considered one of the greatest Swiss writers of the 20th century. His works often portray rural life and the Swiss landscape.
Charles-Louis Philippe
1874-08-04 – 1909-12-21
Charles-Louis Philippe, also known as Charles-Louis Philippe, was a French writer. He is known for his works that explore the lives of the working classes and the darker aspects of society.
Charles Saint-Beuve
1804-12-23 – 1869-10-13
Charles-Augustin Sainte-Beuve was a French poet, literary critic, and biographer. He is considered one of the greatest literary critics in France. His work profoundly influenced the development of modern literary criticism.
Charles Van Lerberghe
1861-10-21 – 1907-10-26
Charles Van Lerberghe was a Belgian poet of French language. He is considered an important figure of French symbolism. His works are known for their musicality and ethereal atmosphere.
Charles Plisnier
1896-12-13 – 1952-07-17
Charles Plisnier was a Belgian poet, novelist and short story writer. He received the Triennial Poetry Prize in 1959 and the Liège Novel Prize in 1967. In 1970, he was elected a member of the Royal Academy of French Language and Literature of Belgium.
Charles Perrault
1628-01-12 – 1703-05-16
Charles Perrault was a French writer and poet, a member of the French Academy. He is world-famous for his "Tales of Mother Goose", which include classics like "Puss in Boots", "Sleeping Beauty", and "Little Red Riding Hood".
Charles Péguy
1873-01-07 – 1914-09-05
Charles Péguy was a French poet, essayist, and editor. Known for his nationalism and Catholicism, he founded and directed the magazine "Cahiers de la Quinzaine". His work is marked by a strong moral and spiritual dimension.
Charles Nodier
1780-04-29 – 1844-01-27
Charles Nodier was a French writer, librarian, and politician. He stood out in the literary movement of Romanticism, although he maintained a connection with Classicism. He was one of the founders of the Société des antiquaires de France and one of the first members of the French Academy.
Charles Maurras
1868-04-20 – 1952-11-16
Charles Maurras was a French writer, poet, and literary critic, known for his role as the leader of the monarchist and nationalist movement Action Française. His literary work and political activity were marked by strong conservatism, anti-democracy, and anti-Semitism. He advocated for an authoritarian regime and the restoration of the monarchy in France, exerting considerable influence on right-wing political thought in the early 20th century.
Cayo Salústio Crispo
0086-10-01 – 0035-05-13
Gaius Sallustius Crispus, known in Portuguese as Salústio, was a Roman historian and politician. He is considered one of the great prose writers of Latin literature, known for his detailed accounts and psychological analyses of political and military events.
Casimir Delavigne
1793-04-04 – 1843-12-11
Casimir Delavigne was a French poet and playwright. He is remembered for his tragedies and patriotic poems that celebrated the ideals of the French Revolution and the Empire.
Carson McCullers
1917-02-19 – 1967-09-29
Carson McCullers was a prominent American writer, born in Columbus, Georgia, in 1917. She is known for her novels that explore loneliness, alienation, and complex human relationships, often in Southern United States settings. Her works frequently portray eccentric and marginalized characters who struggle to find connection and meaning in a challenging world.
Verner von Heidenstam
1859-07-06 – 1940-05-20
Carl Gustaf Verner von Heidenstam was a Swedish poet and writer, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1916. He is considered one of the main representatives of the neo-romantic movement in Swedish literature. His work is marked by strong nationalism, a celebration of Swedish history and culture, and a lyrical and evocative language. He sought to invigorate Swedish national identity through literature.
Carl Jonas Love Almqvist
1793-11-28 – 1866-09-26
Carl Jonas Love Almqvist was a Swedish writer, poet, composer, and playwright. He is considered one of the most important and innovative authors of 19th-century Swedish literature. Almqvist is known for his unique prose and experimental style, which frequently challenged the literary conventions of his time. His work spans a wide range of genres, from historical and social novels to lyrical poetry and plays. He also took an active part in social and political debates, reflecting his progressive views in his writings.
Calímaco
310ac – 235ac
Callimachus was a prominent Hellenistic poet and scholar, active in Alexandria during the 3rd century BC. Known for his extensive literary output and his work as a librarian at the Library of Alexandria, Callimachus is considered one of the founders of Alexandrian poetry. His work, though largely lost, profoundly influenced later Roman literature and is celebrated for its elegance, scholarship, and formal innovation.
Camilo José Cela
1916-05-11 – 2002-01-17
Camilo José Cela was a prominent Spanish writer, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1989. His work, which includes novels, short stories, and poetry, is known for its rich language, raw realism, and exploration of the complexities of Spanish society. He is considered a central figure in 20th-century Spanish literature, particularly known for novels such as "The Family of Pascual Duarte" and "The Hive," which portray the harsh reality of post-civil war Spain.