Robert Desnos
Robert Desnos was a French surrealist poet who played a key role in the Surrealist movement of his time. Born on July 4, 1900, in Paris, he was known for his contributions to both poetry and the resistance during World War II. Desnos' work is characterized by its dreamlike imagery and free-form style, which often defied conventional logic and structure. He was deeply influenced by dreams and the unconscious, which is evident in his collections such as 'Liberté ou l'amour!' (1927) and 'The Night of Loveless Nights' (1929). Desnos was arrested by the Gestapo during the German occupation of France for his involvement in the French Resistance and died in the Theresienstadt concentration camp in 1945.
Books
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1. Liberty Or Love!
"Liberty or Love!" is a surrealist novel that delves into the passionate and tumultuous affair between a fugitive named Monsieur Louis Aragon and a mysterious woman known only as "the Mourning Dove." Their intense and erotic relationship unfolds in a dreamlike narrative, blending elements of fantasy and reality. The novel challenges traditional notions of love and freedom, exploring the boundaries of desire and the constraints of societal norms. The author's poetic prose and vivid imagery reflect the surrealist movement's fascination with the subconscious and the liberation of the human spirit.
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