Alfonso Reyes
Alfonso Reyes was a distinguished Mexican diplomat, essayist, and poet, celebrated for his contributions to literature and philosophy in the early 20th century. He was a key figure in the Mexican cultural renaissance and known for his deep reflections on the nature of identity and civilization.
Born on Sep 17, 1889 (135 years old)
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Mexico:
Alfonso Reyes is revisited through recent books that explore his life and work.
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Mexico:
Alfonso Reyes published 'Visión de Anáhuac' in 1920.
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Spain:
Alfonso Reyes is mentioned for his beautiful translation that helped the author overcome the fear of the blank page.
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Costa Rica:
Alfonso Reyes narrates the description that the scientist Alexander von Humboldt made of the Valley of Anáhuac.
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Costa Rica:
Alfonso Reyes improved his writing through a mistake in his poem.
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Dominican Republic:
Alfonso Reyes was a prominent Mexican intellectual who contributed to the cultural identity of Latin America.
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