About Paul Valéry
Paul Valéry was a French poet, essayist, and philosopher born on October 30, 1871, in Sete, France, and he passed away on July 20, 1945. Renowned for his intellectual depth and stylistic finesse, Valéry is best known for his poetry collections, particularly "Le Cimetière marin" and his influential essays on art and the creative process. A prominent figure in the Symbolist movement, he was also significantly involved in the literary and cultural discussions of his time, contributing to French literature and thought in the early 20th century.