1871 - 1945
Paul Valéry was a French poet, essayist, and philosopher born on October 30, 1871, in Sete, France. He is best known for his complex and philosophical poetry, notably his collection "La Jeune Parque" and his influential essays on aesthetics and the nature of creativity. Valéry's work significantly contributed to the Symbolist movement and modernist literature, emphasizing the interplay between art and intellect.