José Montoya

American poet and academic with awards

José Montoya - American poet and academic with awards
Born

1932
93 years ago

Died

September 25th, 2013
12 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

Links & References

Contributed to the Chicano literary movement and focused on themes of identity and culture in his works. Authored several poetry collections, including 'The Last Supper,' which emphasized the experiences of Mexican Americans. Served as a professor at California State University, Sacramento, influencing many students in the field of creative writing. Actively published in various literary journals and anthologies, giving voice to underrepresented communities through his poetry.

Authored 'The Last Supper'

Influenced students at California State University

Published in multiple literary journals

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