Mário Quintana

Brazilian poet and translator

Mário Quintana - Brazilian poet and translator
Born

1906
119 years ago

Died

May 5th, 1994
30 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Brazil

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A significant figure in Brazilian literature, contributed primarily through poetry and translation. Emerging in the 20th century, created a distinctive voice that melded simplicity with philosophical depth. Worked as a translator for various authors, enriching Brazilian culture with international literature. Published several poetry collections, establishing a lasting legacy in Brazilian literary circles.

Published poetry collections including 'The Happiness of Being' and 'The Book of the Undone'

Translated works of notable authors like Virginia Woolf and Maurice Merleau-Ponty

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