Ainianos, Aganice (1838–1892)
Ainianos, Aganice (1838–1892)
Greek poet. Born 1838 in Athens, Greece; died 1892; studied Classics, French, and painting.
Fled to countryside after involvement in uprising against King Otto; poetry was influenced by contact with country people and reflects sympathy for rural poor, especially women; work was not published until after death.
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