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Maria Konopnicka
1842 - 1910 · Poet, Writer · b. in Suwałki
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Polish poet (1842-1910)
Maria Konopnicka was a Polish poet, novelist, children's writer, translator, journalist, critic and activist for women's rights and for Polish independence. She used pseudonyms, including Jan Sawa. She was one of the most important poets of Poland's Positivist period.
Key achievements
- 01Author of the patriotic anthem Rota
- 02A beloved author of works for children
- 03An activist for social justice
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