Ana María Shua
Argentinian author and poet
Born
April 22nd, 1951
74 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Argentina
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An accomplished author and poet, this individual published numerous works across multiple genres, including fiction and poetry. The writing style combines elements of humor and poignancy, often exploring themes of identity and memory. The body of work includes novels, short stories, and children's literature, demonstrating versatility and creativity. Participation in literary events and contributions to anthologies also characterized this person's career, along with recognition in the literary community.
Authored 'El Espía del Tiempo'
Published 'Cuentos completos'
Won the First Prize in the National Contest of Children's Literature
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