André Chénier: Biography, Facts and Career
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André Marie Chénier (French pronunciation: [ɑ̃dʁe maʁi ʃenje]; 30 October 1762 – 25 July 1794) was a French poet associated with the events of the French Revolution, during which he was sentenced to death. His sensual, emotive poetry marks him as one of the precursors of the Romantic movement. His career was brought to an abrupt end when he was guillotined for supposed "crimes against the state". Chénier's life has been the subject of Umberto Giordano's opera Andrea Chénier and other works of art.
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- Full name: André Chénier
- Born: 1762-10-30
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q295548
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Who is André Chénier?
André Marie Chénier (French pronunciation: [ɑ̃dʁe maʁi ʃenje]; 30 October 1762 – 25 July 1794) was a French poet associated with the events of the French Revolution, during which he was sentenced to death.
What nationality is André Chénier?
André Chénier is France.
When was André Chénier born?
André Chénier was born on 1762-10-30.
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