Valentino Zeichen facts for kids
Valentino Zeichen (born March 24, 1938 – died July 5, 2016) was a famous Italian poet and writer. He was known for his unique style and subtle humor in his poems.
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Who Was Valentino Zeichen?
Valentino Zeichen was born in Fiume, Italy, which is now called Rijeka in Croatia. His father was a gardener from a region called Istria. When he was young, his family had to move to Parma, Italy, as refugees. Later, in 1950, they moved to Rome, where Zeichen lived for the rest of his life.
What Does His Name Mean?
The word Zeichen means "sign" in German. Some people thought his real name might have been Giuseppe Mario Moses, which sounds like a Jewish name. However, Zeichen himself said this was not true.
How Did Zeichen Start Writing?
Valentino Zeichen started writing poems when he was 18 years old. He was inspired by writers who used a style called Surrealism. This style often uses strange or dream-like images. Some of the writers who influenced him were André Breton and Jacques Prévert.
When Were His First Works Published?
His very first work was published in 1969 in a literary magazine called Nuova Corrente. Later, in 1983, he released his first novel, which was titled Tana per tutti.
What Made His Poetry Special?
People really liked Zeichen's poetry because it could quickly grab the reader's attention. His poems also had a clever and gentle humor that made them enjoyable to read.
The Premio Zeichen Award
There is even a special literary award named after him, called the Premio Zeichen. This award ceremony happens every December in Rome. Interestingly, Valentino Zeichen himself was the only person on the jury for this award!
See also
In Spanish: Valentino Zeichen para niños
