Kim Sowol (Korean: 김소월; 1902–1934) was a Korean language poet famous for his contributions to early modern poetry. Throughout his life he wrote his poignant poetry in a style reminiscent of traditional Korean folk songs. The most prized example of this style was "Azaleas (진달래꽃)", the title poem of his sole collection of poetry.
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6 August 1902 Kusŏng, North Pyongan Province, Korean Empire
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Died |
24 December 1934 (aged 32) Kwaksan, Heian-nandō, Japanese Korea (present-day Kwaksan, North Korea)
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Zodiac | Leo |
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