Grigore Alexandrescu

Grigore Alexandrescu was a prominent Romanian poet and fabulist. Born in Târgoviște on February 22, 1810, he was the fourth child of Mihai Alexandrescu. He became an orphan at a young age and moved to Bucharest. Showing exceptional intelligence and memory, he attended the French school of Jean-Alexandre Vaillant and later the National College of Saint Sava. His poetic talent was recognized early, leading to the publication of his first poem "Miezul nopții" in 1832. Alexandrescu's works, influenced by French literature, include fables and satires with political undertones. He was also known for his translations and contributions to Romanian literature. Alexandrescu passed away in Bucharest on November 25, 1885, and was laid to rest at Bellu Cemetery.