(Egypt, 1863) Konstantinos Kavafis, an iconic figure in the realm of modern Greek poetry, left an indelible mark on the literary landscape with his evocative verses. Born on April 29, 1863, in Alexandria, Egypt, Kavafis hailed from Greek heritage, and his multicultural upbringing played a pivotal role in shaping his poetic sensibilities.
(United States, 1929) Adrienne Rich, a remarkable poet, essayist, and trailblazer of feminist thought, has left an indelible mark on contemporary literature with her commanding words. Born on May 16, 1929, in Baltimore, Maryland, Rich developed an unwavering passion for literature from an early age. Her educational journey at Radcliffe College provided fertile ground for her poetic talents to flourish under the mentorship of influential literary figures.
(France, 1900) Jacques Prévert remains an iconic figure in French literature, celebrated for his distinctive poetic voice and evocative imagery. As a poet and screenwriter, Prévert crafted verses that resonated with audiences from diverse backgrounds, transcending the boundaries of language and culture.
(Italy, 1964) By Antoinette Sisto Massimo Morasso (Genova, 1964) graduated in Modern Languages at the University of Genova with a thesis on Rilke. Morasso is a poet, a writer of prose and also a writer of essays and literary criticism. His important essay Carta per la Terra e per L’uomo (Map for the Earth and the People), a renewing document on ecology and poetry, signed by some of the most famous poets in the world, including 5 Nobel prize and 6 Pulitzer prize winners.
48th Poetry International Festival Rotterdam 28 MARCH 2017 The 48th Poetry International Festival kicks off on Tuesday May 30, with an opening program in the Rotterdamse Schouwburg. From Wednesday May 31 up until Sunday June 4 the festival continues in Ro Theater in William Boothlaan and at several other locations in the Witte de With Quarter.