María Kodama
Argentine writer and translator of Borges
Born
March 10th, 1937
88 years ago
Died
March 26th, 2023
2 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Argentina
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Born in Argentina, this writer and translator specialized in the works of Jorge Luis Borges. A prominent figure in the literary world, she contributed significantly to the understanding and dissemination of Borges' works, both in Spanish and through her translations into various languages. She served as an academic and held positions in several universities, promoting literature and translation studies. Notably, she published several essays and works that delve into the intricacies of Borges' writing, enriching the scholarship surrounding his contributions to literature.
Translated works of Jorge Luis Borges
Published essays on Borges and literature
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