Dámaso Alonso
Dámaso Alonso was a distinguished Spanish poet, essayist, and a key figure in the Generation of '27, a group of influential Spanish poets. Recognized for his contribution to Spanish literature, he served as a professor and director at the Royal Spanish Academy. His works often explored themes of existentialism and the human condition, and he is celebrated for his deep understanding of the Spanish language and culture, which he advocated for throughout his career.
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Recent news mentions
Dámaso Alonso is referenced as a former president of the RAE who opposed the censorship of authors.
Terraplanismo lingüístico (o lenguaplanismo) | Opinión
Spain· 2026-02-28
Dámaso Alonso was elected as the director of the RAE in 1968.
La RAE destapa sus heridas tras “el ataque más grave desde que hay memoria” | CulturaSpain· 2026-01-17
Dámaso Alonso referred to the Glosas emilianenses as the 'first vagido of the Spanish language'.
Una excursión perfecta para noviembre: al encuentro de la cueva de San Millán por uno de los hayedos más bellos de España | El ViajeroSpain· 2025-11-01
Dámaso Alonso is accused by Luis Cernuda of wanting to appropriate the memory of Federico García Lorca.
Como el árbol talado | OpiniónSpain· 2025-05-24
Dámaso Alonso was a personal friend and supporter of María Moliner's candidacy to the Royal Spanish Academy.
Valor y coraje de María Moliner | BabeliaSpain· 2025-03-08
Dámaso Alonso was an illustrious poet who emphasized the importance of unity in the Spanish language.
Dos Congresos de la RAE, recuerdos y expectativas | ELDOMINICAL
Peru· 2025-03-02
