Alvaro Pombo
From QueerBio.com
Country
Spain
Birth - Death
1939 -
Occupation
Writer
Description
Difficulty coming to terms with homosexuality is the general theme in his work, leading to an often grim, dark and depressing characterization of homosexuality. Multiple awards and prizes for his work, including the Herralde Novel Prize. Notable books include 'The Hero of the Big House' (1983). Member, Royal Spanish Academy of Language since 2004. LGBTQ activist.
