Luigj Gurakuqi
Albanian writer and politician (18791925) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Luigj Gurakuqi (19 February 1879 – 2 March 1925), also called Louis Gurakuchi, was an Albanian writer and politician. He was an important figure of the Albanian National Awakening and was honored with the People's Hero of Albania medal.[1]
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Luigj Gurakuqi | |
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Born | (1879-02-19)19 February 1879 Shkodër, Scutari Vilayet, Ottoman Empire (now Albania) |
Died | 2 March 1925(1925-03-02) (aged 46) Bari, Italy |
Pen name | Jakin Shkodra, Lekë Gruda |
Occupation | Writer, journalist, politician |
Period | 1900–1925 |
Literary movement | Albanian National Revival |
Notable awards | Hero of the People |
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