Ulises Estrella
Ecuadorian poet and academic
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
December 27th, 2014
10 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ecuador
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A prominent Ecuadorian poet and academic focused on literature and education. Contributed significantly to Ecuadorian poetry through various publications and teachings. Participated in literary movements and collaborated with other poets and intellectuals in the region. Engaged in academic discourse, promoting literature and cultural studies within Ecuadorian universities.
Published several acclaimed poetry collections
Contributed to Ecuadorian literary movements
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