Paul Éluard

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French^[1,2] b. 14 December 1895, Saint-Denis, France^[1,2,3] d. 18 November 1952, Charenton-le-Pont, France^[1,2,3] active 1919–1952

Paul Éluard (1895–1952) was a major French poet and one of the primary founders of the Surrealist movement. Born in Saint-Denis, he became known for his lyrical poetry that explored themes of love, dreams, and later, political resistance during World War II. His work is characterized by its evocative imagery and profound emotional depth. Éluard's collaboration with other avant-garde artists was significant, including contributions to publications like 'Corps Mémorable'. He remains a central figure in 20th-century French literature.^[1,2,4]

• Surrealism
• lyrical poetry
• resistance literature