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Wisława Szymborska

Wisława Szymborska

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Birthday
July 2, 1923
Age
102
Height
0'0" (0 cm)
Net Worth
$2M
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About

Wisława Szymborska was a highly regarded Polish poet, essayist, and translator. She was born in Prowent and spent most of her life in Kraków. Szymborska is best known for her insightful and often ironic poetry, which explores philosophical themes and everyday life. In 1996, she was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, solidifying her place as one of Poland's most celebrated writers.

Career Timeline

1952D$0.01M

First poetry collections published

Published her first poetry collections, marking her entry into the literary scene.

1954C$0.02M+$0.01M

'For That We Live' published

Released 'For That We Live,' solidifying her position as a poet.

1962C$0.05M+$0.030000000000000002M

'Salt' poetry collection

Published her influential collection 'Salt,' gaining recognition.

1967C$0.1M+$0.05M

'Hundred Joys' collection

Published her collection 'Hundred Joys,' further establishing her unique voice.

1986B$0.2M+$0.1M

'People on a Bridge'

Released 'People on a Bridge,' increasing her profile within literary circles.

1993B$0.5M+$0.3M

'The End and the Beginning'

Published 'The End and the Beginning', achieving commercial success.

1996A$1.5M+$1M

Nobel Prize Winner

Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, bringing international acclaim and elevating her to literary icon status.

2011B$2M+$0.5M

Death

Passed away, leaving behind a legacy of influential and widely read poetry.

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