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Lifetime: 1530 - 1584 Passed: ≈ 440 years ago

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Jan Kochanowski

Books by Jan Kochanowski

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Treny - Laments

Poetry Philosophy Non-Fiction Tragedy
History Death Mythology Faith Loss Suffering Humanity Poetry Philosophy Grief Daughter Lament

The *Treny* (Lamentations) by Jan Kochanowski are a poignant series of nineteen poems that capture the profound sorrow and reflection of a father grieving the loss of his young daughter, Ursula. Written in the late 16th century, this collection expl...