Ivan Vazov
Bulgarian writer and poet (1850–1921) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Ivan Minchov Vazov (Bulgarian: Иван Минчов Вазов; 9 July [O.S. 27 June] 1850 – 22 September 1921) was a Bulgarian poet, novelist and playwright, often referred to as "the Patriarch of Bulgarian literature".[1][2][3] He was born in Sopot, a town in the Rose Valley of Bulgaria (then part of the Ottoman Empire). The works of Ivan Vazov reveal two historical epochs - the Bulgarian Renaissance and the Post-Liberation (from Ottoman Empire rule) epoch. Ivan Vazov holds the highest honorary title of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences - Academician. He acted as Education and People Enlightenment Minister from September 7, 1897, until January 30, 1899, representing the People's Party.
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Ivan Vazov | |
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Иван Минчов Вазов | |
Born | (1850-07-09)9 July 1850 |
Died | 22 September 1921(1921-09-22) (aged 71) |
Nationality | Bulgarian |
Occupation(s) | poet, novelist, playwright |
Known for | Patriarch of Bulgarian literature |
Partner | Evgenia Mars |
Parent(s) | Saba and Mincho Vazov |