Vicente Blasco Ibáñez
Spanish novelist and journalist
Born
January 29th, 1867
158 years ago
Died
1928
97 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Spain
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Born in 1867, this individual contributed significantly to literature and journalism in Spain. He published novels that explored social and political issues during the early 20th century. Between 1898 and 1913, several works gained popularity, such as 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse' and 'Blood and Sand'. Apart from fiction, also engaged in politics, serving as a member of the Spanish Parliament. Exiled in 1914 due to opposition to the Spanish monarchy, he continued to write and became increasingly involved in international issues, even supporting the Allied cause during World War I. Returned to Spain after the war and produced works that reflected the changing cultural landscape of the country.
Authored 'The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse'
Wrote 'Blood and Sand'
Served as a member of the Spanish Parliament
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