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André Suarès

1868-06-12 – 1948-09-07

André Suarès was a French writer, poet, and critic, known for his intense and passionate style and his philosophical exploration of art and life. Born in Marseille in 1868, he dedicated himself to literature and reflection on European culture. His work includes essays, poetry, and criticism, often focusing on historical and artistic figures. Suarès was an original thinker, whose writing is marked by rich language and a profound existential questioning.

Anne Hébert

1916-08-01 – 2000-01-22

Anne Hébert was a renowned Canadian writer, known for her poetry, novels, and short stories that explore the depths of the human psyche and the themes of identity, memory, and isolation. Born in Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, Quebec, in 1916, she became one of the most important literary voices in French Canada. Her work is marked by a lyrical and evocative style, with an often dark and mysterious atmosphere. Hébert explored the complexity of human relationships, the duality between good and evil, and the search for transcendence amidst adversity.

Ana Blandiana

1942-03-25

Ana Blandiana is a Romanian poet, essayist, and political activist, recognized for her lyrical and engaged poetry, which frequently addresses themes such as freedom, memory, and the human condition under authoritarian regimes. Her work is a reflection of her experiences and her commitment to civil rights and democracy.

André Chénier

1762-10-30 – 1794-07-25

André Chénier was a French poet, considered one of the founders of French romanticism. He was born in Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) in 1762 and was executed during the Reign of Terror of the French Revolution in 1794. His poetry, characterized by formal elegance and emotional depth, influenced generations of later poets. Chénier was known for his admiration for classical antiquity, combined with a modern sensibility and strong political engagement. His lyrical and epic poems celebrated beauty, nature, and freedom.

Alphonse de Lamartine

1790-10-21 – 1869-02-28

Alphonse de Lamartine was a French poet, writer, and politician, a prominent figure of Romanticism. His poetic work, particularly 'Méditations Poétiques', had a significant impact on French literature, introducing themes of love, nature, and melancholy. He also played an important role in French politics during the Second Republic.

Alfred de Vigny

1797-03-27 – 1863-09-17

Alfred de Vigny was a French poet, playwright, and novelist, one of the prominent figures of French Romanticism. His work is marked by a melancholic tone, by reflection on the human destiny, solitude, and the condition of the artist.

Alfonso Reyes

1889-05-17 – 1959-12-27

Alfonso Reyes Ochoa was a Mexican writer, poet, diplomat, and literary critic. He is considered one of the most important intellectuals in Mexico in the 20th century and a central figure in Hispanic-American literature. His work encompasses poetry, essays, and literary and philosophical criticism, always with an elegant and erudite style.

Alexandru Busuioceanu

1896-01-01 – 1961-03-13

Alexandru Busuioceanu was a Romanian poet, essayist, and literary critic, a prominent figure in Romania's literature. His work encompassed various literary forms, and he was recognized for his contribution to literary criticism and his introspective poetry.

Alessandro Manzoni

1785-03-07 – 1873-05-22

Alessandro Manzoni was one of the most important Italian novelists and poets. His masterpiece, 'The Betrothed' ('I Promessi Sposi'), is considered a fundamental landmark of Italian literature and the modern novel, influencing generations of writers. Manzoni explored themes such as faith, divine providence, social justice, and the human condition.

Alexandr Solzhenitsyn

Alain Bosquet

1919-03-28 – 1998-03-17

Alain Bosquet was a Franco-Belgian poet, novelist, art critic, and journalist. Known for his prolific poetic work and his activity as an art critic, Bosquet explored themes such as love, memory, and the human condition in its various facets. His poetic writing is often characterized by its musicality and its ability to evoke vivid images.

Albert Delpit

1849-01-30 – 1893-01-04

Albert Delpit was a French writer and journalist, born in New Orleans. Known for his novels and novellas, Delpit frequently explored themes related to French society and its colonies, with a critical and sometimes satirical eye. His works portray the bourgeoisie, the customs of the time, and social relationships.

Agnolo Firenzuola

1493-09-28 – 1543-06-27

Agnolo Firenzuola was an Italian Renaissance poet and writer, whose works are characterized by an elegant style and a deep appreciation for beauty and love. He is remembered for his contribution to lyric poetry and for his contributions to prose, often inspired by the classical themes and humanist philosophy of his time. His work reflects a mastery of language and an artistic sensitivity that distinguished him among his contemporaries.

Agostinho da Silva

1906-02-13 – 1994-04-03

Agostinho da Silva was a notable Portuguese intellectual, essayist, and poet. Born in 1906, he dedicated a large part of his life to the study and dissemination of Portuguese culture and history, with a special focus on the work of Luís de Camões and Portuguese maritime expansion. His writing is marked by profound erudition and an engaging style.

Lúcio Ácio

0170-01-01 – -86ac

Lúcio Ácio (c. 170 BC - c. 86 BC) was a Roman tragic poet, born in Pesaro. He is remembered as one of the most important playwrights of the Roman Republic, whose works, although lost, were highly influential.

Abu-Shakur Balkhi

915 – 1000-01-01

Abu Shakur Balkhi was a Persian poet from Balkh in Greater Khorasan. He was active during the Samanid era and is known for his participation in the literary debates of the time.

Ángel Ganivet

1865-12-13 – 1898-11-29

Ángel Ganivet was a Spanish writer, diplomat, and philosopher, considered a key figure of Spanish Pre-Modernism.

Abel Bonnard

1883-12-19 – 1968-05-31

Abel Bonnard was a French poet, novelist, and essayist known for his lyrical work and, later, for his controversial political stances. Born at the end of the 19th century, Bonnard began his literary career with poems and novels that explored themes such as nature, beauty, and introspection. His early writing was praised for its elegance and aesthetic sensitivity. However, his trajectory took a different turn in the following decades, especially during and after World War II, when he adopted political positions aligned with the far-right and the Vichy regime, which significantly tarnished his reputation.

Jacques-François Ancelot

1794-01-09 – 1854-09-07

Jacques-François Ancelot was a French playwright and writer, whose theatrical works achieved popularity in his time. Known for his comedies and dramas, Ancelot contributed to the 19th-century French literary scene with a body of work that reflected the tastes and conventions of the era. His writing demonstrates an understanding of theatrical conventions and a skill in creating engaging plots for audiences.

Anton Francesco Doni

1513-05-16 – 1574-08-31

Anton Francesco Doni was an Italian writer, painter, and musician of the Renaissance.

Silvestre Péricles de Góis Monteiro

1896-03-30 – 1972-11-16

Silvestre Péricles de Góis Monteiro was a Brazilian writer and jurist, known for his participation in the literary movement of Parnassianism. His poetic work is marked by the pursuit of formal perfection, metrical rigor, and the exploration of classical and historical themes, reflecting the aesthetic characteristics of the movement. As a jurist, he also contributed to the field of law, demonstrating an intellectual versatility that distinguished him in his time.

Zetho Cunha Gonçalves

1960-01-07

Zetho Cunha Gonçalves is an Angolan journalist and writer, known for his work in the press and for his literary work that portrays the reality of Angola. His career is marked by the coverage of important events and the exploration of social and cultural themes.

Júlio Maria dos Reis Pereira

1902-11-01 – 1983-01-17

Júlio Maria dos Reis Pereira was a Portuguese poet and university professor, whose poetic work developed in parallel with his vast academic and critical activity. He was a figure linked to literary renewal movements, exploring themes such as spirituality, memory and landscape, with a careful language and a reflective tone that distinguished him in the Portuguese poetic landscape of the 20th century.

Raimundo Oswald Cavalcante Barroso

1947-12-23 – 2024-03-22

Raimundo Oswald Cavalcante Barroso was a Brazilian doctor and poet, whose work was marked by lyrical depth and the exploration of themes such as love, longing, and the ephemerality of life. His poetry is often associated with the lyrical tradition, but with a touch of modernity in its sensibility and approach to human feelings. Although he practiced medicine, his literary vein was always present, leaving a poetic legacy that stands out for its musicality and careful construction of language.