César Aira
Argentine author and translator, notable works
Born
February 23rd, 1949
76 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Argentina
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An Argentine author and translator, produced over a hundred works, spanning fiction, essays, and translations. His literary contributions are characterized by a unique narrative style and surreal themes, often blurring the line between reality and imagination. Aira's work includes collaborations with various publishing houses, and translations of significant authors. He achieved recognition both nationally and internationally, earning numerous literary awards. His prolific output and distinctive voice established Aira as a significant figure in contemporary literature.
Authored more than 100 books
Received multiple literary awards including the Premio Konex
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