José Eduardo Agualusa
José Eduardo Agualusa is an acclaimed Angolan writer known for his innovative narrative style and exploration of themes such as identity, history, and post-colonialism. Born in Huambo in 1960, Agualusa has published numerous novels, essays, and short stories, earning international recognition and several prestigious literary awards, including the José Saramago Prize. His works often blend fiction and reality, reflecting the complexities of Angolan life and culture. He was recently mentioned in a podcast discussing books and authors, highlighting his contributions to literature and his reflections on storytelling.
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Recent news mentions
José Eduardo Agualusa is mentioned as an author in a podcast about books.
Às Páginas Tantas# 332 - José Eduardo Agualusa e Gareth Gore
Cabo Verde· 2025-12-01
José Eduardo Agualusa is an Angolan writer mentioned in the context of historical reparations.
Presidente de Angola não pediu reparações históricas como se diz nas redes sociais | Prova dos Factos
Portugal· 2025-11-18
José Eduardo Agualusa is a finalist in the Prose category for his book 'Mestre dos batuques'.
Mia Couto, José Eduardo Agualusa e a brasileira Silvana Tavano estão entre os finalistas do Oceanos
Brazil· 2025-10-24
José Eduardo Agualusa is an Angolan writer who uses a historical event to narrate a love story in his work.
Mia, Rui Cardoso Martins, Teresa Veiga, Agualusa e Gil Soeiro finalistas do Oceanos | LivrosPortugal· 2025-10-23
José Eduardo Agualusa is one of the thinkers invited to share perspectives on contemporary issues.
O que fazer? Quarta é dia de ir ao circo e Começar Tudo Outra Vez | LazerPortugal· 2025-06-25
José Eduardo Agualusa is one of the authors calling for urgent humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
Mais de 200 autores de língua portuguesa pedem entrada de ajuda humanitária em Gaza e libertação de refénsBrazil· 2025-05-30
José Eduardo Agualusa is one of the signatories of the petition for a ceasefire in Palestine.
Cerca de 200 autores de língua portuguesa exigem cessar-fogo imediato na Palestina | LiteraturaPortugal· 2025-05-30
José Eduardo Agualusa is mentioned as an author in a podcast about books.
Às Páginas Tantas# 308 - José Eduardo Agualusa e John SteinbeckCabo Verde· 2025-04-14