Чеслав Мілош (Czesław Miłosz) was a Polish poet, prose writer, and essayist born on June 30, 1911, in Šeteniai, Lithuania. He is known for his deep exploration of themes such as identity, history, and the human condition. Miłosz's literary career spanned several decades, and he became a prominent figure in 20th-century literature. In 1980, Miłosz was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his body of work, which reflects his experiences during World War II and the complexities of life under totalitarian regimes. His notable works include The Captive Mind and The Land of Ulro, which delve into philosophical and existential questions. Miłosz passed away on August 14, 2004, in Kraków, Poland.