Guillaume Apollinaire

Guillaume Apollinaire was a French poet and writer born in 1880, known for pioneering modern poetry and for coining the term "Surrealism." His work blends traditional forms with innovative language and imagery, reflecting modern life and emotions. Apollinaire also contributed to art criticism and was friends with famous artists like Picasso. His poetry, such as "Alcools" and "Calligrammes," often features visual arrangements of words that enhance meaning. Despite his short life—dying in 1918 after being wounded in World War I—his influence helped shape 20th-century literature and art.