Jānis Poruks
Latvian poet and writer (1871–1911)
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Summary
Jānis Poruks was born on October 13, 1871[1], in Druviena Parish[2]. He died on June 25, 1911[3], in Tartu[4]. He worked as a writer[5], poet[6], and journalist[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (62 views/month, #7,299 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Forest Cemetery[9]
- Country of citizenship: Russian Empire[10]
- Educated at: Polytechnikum Riga[11], Polytechnical Institute Riga[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Movement: Symbolism[14]
- Genre: poetry[15]
- Commons category: Jānis Poruks[16]
- Cause of death: neurological disorder[17]
- Family name: Poruks[18]
- Given name: Jānis[19]
- Topic's main category: Category:Jānis Poruks[20]
- Manner of death: natural causes[21]
- Described by source: Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1969–1978)[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Latvian[23]
Why It Matters
Jānis Poruks has Wikipedia articles in 7 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[24] He is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Jānis Poruks born?
Jānis Poruks's place of birth was Druviena Parish[2].
Where did Jānis Poruks die?
Jānis Poruks died in Tartu[4].
What did Jānis Poruks do for work?
Jānis Poruks worked as a writer[5], poet[6], and journalist[7].
Where did Jānis Poruks go to school?
Jānis Poruks was educated at Polytechnikum Riga[11] and Polytechnical Institute Riga[12].