Joana Raspall i Juanola
Spanish author and poet
Born
1913
112 years ago
Died
December 4th, 2013
11 years ago — 100 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Spain
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An author and poet from Spain, contributed significantly to Catalan literature. Published numerous works aimed at children and adults, emphasizing themes of nature, childhood, and identity. Raspall's poetry often celebrated the Catalan language and culture, leaving a lasting legacy in regional literature. Active in promoting the use of Catalan during a time of political and cultural repression, Raspall became a prominent figure in the literary community. Received various accolades for contributions to literature.
Published poetry collections such as 'El cant dels ocells'
Contributed to children's literature in Catalan
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