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| − | Though married, lived a discreet homosexual life. Suffered from persecution of homosexuals, especially with his novel 'Paradiso' because of its erotic content. | + | Though married, lived a discreet homosexual life. Suffered from persecution of homosexuals, especially with his novel 'Paradiso', because of its erotic content. Wrote many poems, novels, and essays on literary figures. Often considered one of the most important literary figures in Latin America. |
Revision as of 16:50, 11 August 2013
Country
Cuba
Birth - Death
1910 - 1976
Occupation
Writer
Notable Achievements
Description
Though married, lived a discreet homosexual life. Suffered from persecution of homosexuals, especially with his novel 'Paradiso', because of its erotic content. Wrote many poems, novels, and essays on literary figures. Often considered one of the most important literary figures in Latin America.
