Sapardi Djoko Damono was born on March 20, 1940 in Indonesia. Indonesian lyric poet, academic, and translator who is known for Perahu Kertas (Paper Boat) and other works.
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About
Indonesian lyric poet, academic, and translator who is known for Perahu Kertas (Paper Boat) and other works.
Before Fame
He studied literature at Gajah Mada University and later joined the faculty at the University of Indonesia.
Trivia
His poetry inspired multiple Indonesian musical compositions, including work by Pianist Ananda Sukarlan.
Family Life
He and his younger sibling organized a makeshift library in their hometown of Surakarta when they were still children.
Associated With
He received much acclaim for his translation of Ernest Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea.
