José Maria de Eça de Queirós

Journalist and author of "Os Maias"

José Maria de Eça de Queirós - Journalist and author of "Os Maias"
Born

November 25th, 1845
179 years ago

Died

August 16th, 1900
125 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Portugal

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An influential journalist and novelist, this individual contributed significantly to Portuguese literature during the 19th century. A graduate of law, began a career in journalism, serving as an editor for various publications. The literary work "Os Maias" depicts the decline of a bourgeois family and is widely regarded as a masterpiece of Portuguese realism. Also engaged in diplomatic missions, representing Portugal in various foreign postings. The author utilized satire and social critique to explore themes of Portuguese society and culture, leaving a lasting legacy in literature.

Authored the novel "Os Maias"

Edited the publication "Gazeta de Notícias"

Served as a Portuguese consul in Paris

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