Gustav Suits

Poet

Birthday November 30, 1883

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Estonia

DEATH DATE May 23, 1956 (72)

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About

Estonian poet who rose to literary prominence during the first half of the twentieth century. His best-known works include The Fire of Life, Fire and Wind, and All is But a Dream.

Before Fame

He published an essay when he was just sixteen years old. His debut poem, "Water Lilies," was published in 1899.

Trivia

His work reflects the turbulent Estonian political climate of his era.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Vonnu, Estonia, where his father was a school teacher. During the Soviet Occupation, he relocated to Stockholm, Sweden.

Associated With

He was born in the same country as fellow poet Mats Traat.