Alfonsina Storni
Poet and author influential in Latin America
Born
May 29th, 1892
133 years ago
Died
October 25th, 1938
86 years ago — 46 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Argentina
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Born in Switzerland and raised in Argentina, a significant figure in Latin American literature emerged. Pioneering modernist poetry, contributions included themes of feminism, love, and social injustice. The first collection of poetry, 'La inquietud del rosal,' offered insight into personal and societal struggles. Later works like 'El dulce daño' and 'Languidez' further explored human emotions and experiences. Storni's writing style was characterized by both lyrical beauty and a candid approach to difficult subjects. Her influence extended beyond poetry into the realm of theatre with notable plays like 'Mundo de siete pozos.' Storni's legacy remains significant in Argentine literature and feminist discourse.
Wrote the poetry collection 'La inquietud del rosal'
Published plays including 'Mundo de siete pozos'
Contributed to modernism in Latin American literature
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