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Stefane Malarmé - Biography

Malarmé: The Life and Work of the Great French Poet

Stephane is a name associated with the great French poet and symbolist whose poetry became a symbol of aesthetics and philosophy in the late 19th century. His poems and literary heritage had a profound influence on world poetry and art. In this biography, we look at the life and work of Stefane Malarmé, his contributions to literature, and important moments in his life and career.

Stephane was born on March 18, 1842 in Paris, France. His family was educated and he received a quality education. From childhood, he developed an interest in literature and poetry, and his creativity emerged at an early age.

He attended the Lycée Louis-le-Grande and subsequently attended the Faculty of Law at the University of Paris. However, his real passion has always been about poetry and literature.

Stephane Malarmé became a key figure in symbolism, a literary movement that sought to express emotions and ideas through symbols and metaphors, rather than directly. His poems were characterized by complex symbolism and deep philosophy.

One of his famous works is the poem "L'Après -midi d'un faune" (Afternoon of the Faun), which had a huge influence on poetry and art of the late XIX and early XX centuries. This poem, written in 1876, is known for its sexual and mystical symbolism.