Ramón Gómez de la Serna
Ramón Gómez de la Serna was a prolific Spanish writer, dramatist, and avant-garde agitator, known for his innovative and influential contributions to early 20th-century literature. Born on July 3, 1888, in Madrid, Spain, he was a key figure in the Spanish avant-garde movement and is particularly renowned for creating the 'greguería,' a literary form that combines humor, metaphor, and aphorism. His work is characterized by its originality, wit, and a tendency to break traditional narrative forms. Gómez de la Serna was active in literary circles in Madrid and later in Buenos Aires, where he lived after fleeing the Spanish Civil War. He passed away on January 12, 1963, in Buenos Aires, leaving behind a vast and diverse body of work that includes novels, essays, plays, and biographies.
Books
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1. Greguerias
The book is a collection of witty, poetic, and often surreal aphorisms and reflections that blend humor, irony, and keen observation to capture the essence of everyday objects and experiences in a unique and thought-provoking way. These brief, imaginative musings offer a window into the author's playful mind, as he transforms the mundane into the extraordinary with his inventive use of language and metaphor. The work is a testament to the author's innovative spirit and his ability to see the world through a lens of whimsical creativity.
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