Eduard Morike

Poet

Birthday September 8, 1804

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Germany

DEATH DATE Jun 4, 1875 (70)

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About

German Romantic poet known for his simple and humorous poems and songs. His published works include Klassische Blumenlese, Gedichte, and Gesammelte Schriften.

Before Fame

He studied theology and became a Lutheran cleric. He published his debut literary work, a novella entitled Maler Nolten, in 1832.

Trivia

He had conservative political views and supported the monarchy.

Family Life

He was the Ludwigsburg-born son of Karl Morike and Charlotte Bayer.

Associated With

His traditional German songs (Lieder) have been compared to those of Johann Von Goethe.