Manuel Argüello Mora

Manuel Argüello Mora

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Manuel Argüello Mora (1834-1902) was a Costa Rican writer known for his literary contributions during the 19th century. A prominent figure in Costa Rican literature, he is best recognized for his novel 'Misterio o Risasy llantos', published in installments in the magazine 'Costa Rica ilustrada'. Mora was also the nephew of President Juan Rafael Mora and his works often reflect the social dynamics and language usage of his time, particularly the distinctions between the pronouns 'tú', 'vos', and 'usted' in Costa Rican Spanish.

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Manuel Argüello Mora is mentioned for his work 'La poza de la sirena', which explores water as a threshold to another reality.

Las pozas: una escuela de miedo, coraje y prudencia
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2026-09-14
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Manuel Argüello Mora is referenced as the author of the work Misterio o Risasy llantos.

Hasta los maestros les hablan de tú a los niños. ¿Pierde el vos la batalla?
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-05-02
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