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PAZ, Octavio (1914-1998)
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PAZ, Octavio (1914-1998)
PAZ, Octavio (1914-1998). Mexican poet and essayist, Nobel Prize in 1990. La Centena (The Hundred) (poems 1935-1968). Photography
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1968 1990 1998 Essayist Hundred Mexican Nobel Poems Prize 1935 Aisa Octavio
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This photograph captures the enigmatic and intellectual presence of Octavio Paz, the renowned Mexican poet and essayist, who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1990. Born on March 31, 1914, in Mexico City, Paz is considered one of the most important literary figures in Latin American history. The image, taken during the latter part of his career, shows him in deep thought, surrounded by the pages of his seminal work, "La Centena" (The Hundred), a collection of his poems spanning the years 1935 to 1968. Published when Paz was just 24 years old, "La Centena" marked the beginning of his illustrious literary career. Throughout his life, he continued to write and explore themes of identity, freedom, and the human condition, earning him numerous accolades and international recognition. In 1990, Paz was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming the first Mexican author to receive this prestigious honor. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Paz's significant contributions to literature and the arts, as well as his enduring influence on generations of writers and thinkers. With a gaze that seems to penetrate the depths of the soul, Paz invites us to contemplate the power of words and the beauty of language. This image is not only a testament to the life and work of a literary giant but also a powerful reminder of the transformative power of art and the written word.
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