Humberto Ak’abal
GuatemalapoetMaleb. 19526.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Humberto Ak’abal was an influential Maya poet from Momostenango, Totonicapán, revered for his profound poetry that draws from indigenous themes and traditions. His literary works have played a significant role in promoting the Maya language and culture within Guatemala.
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Humberto Ak'abal's poem was recited by César Medina at the closure of Filgua 2026.
estos son los anuncios tras el cierre de la feriaPrensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2026-07-20
Guatemala· 2026-07-20
Humberto Ak’abal created poems inspired by the Maya worldview that have been translated into over 20 languages.
5 poemas que celebran a Guatemala escritos por autores reconocidosPrensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2025-08-29
Guatemala· 2025-08-29
Humberto Ak'abal's lyrics are referenced to introduce the topic of traffic and its social implications.
¿condenada a vivir entre bocinas y humo?Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2025-07-16
Guatemala· 2025-07-16Humberto Ak’abal was one of the most important Maya poets in Guatemala's history.
Totonicapán y Comalapa acogen el festival literario Centroamérica Cuenta en Guatemala 2025Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·Guatemala· 2025-03-16
Guatemala· 2025-03-16
