Gladys Carmagnola facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gladys Carmagnola de Medina
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Gladys Carmagnola
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| Born | January 2, 1939 Guarambaré, Paraguay
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| Died | July 9, 2015 |
| Nationality | Paraguayan |
| Known for | Poet |
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Notable work
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Ceniza y llamarada – Para reconocernos como hermanos |
| Awards | Premio de Poesía "José María Heredia" Asociación de críticos de Arte de Miami, EE.UU. |
Gladys Carmagnola (born in 1939, died in 2015) was a famous Paraguayan poet and teacher. She is known as one of Paraguay's most important writers. Her poems were written for both children and adults.
Gladys was born in the city of Guarambaré, Paraguay, on January 2, 1939. Her parents were Ramona and Carlos Herrera Udrizar Carmagnola. She passed away on July 9, 2015.
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Gladys's Early Life
Gladys grew up with her older brother Carlos, and her sisters Haydee and Selva. Even when she was a teenager, she loved poetry.
From a young age, she worked as a teacher. At the same time, she also spent a lot of time writing her beautiful poems.
Her Amazing Career
Gladys helped start the Society of Writers of Paraguay. She also helped create the group of Paraguayan Associated Writers and the Pen Club of Paraguay.
She was part of a special group of Paraguayan women writers who started publishing their work in the early 1960s. They became very important in Paraguayan literature.
Gladys started writing poetry for children first. Her very first book of poems for kids was called "Ojitos negros" (Little Black Eyes). It was published in April 1965.
Besides her many books, some of her poems have been included in collections and magazines. These were published both in Paraguay and in other countries.
Other Famous Paraguayan Writers
Gladys Carmagnola was one of many amazing writers who changed Paraguayan literature. Some other important writers from her time include: Eloy Fariña Núñez, Hérib Campos Cervera, Josefina Plá, Óscar Ferreiro, Elvio Romero, José Luis Appleyard, Ramiro Domínguez, José María Gómez Sanjurjo, Rubén Bareiro Saguier, Carlos Villagra Marsal, Jacobo Rauskin, Miguel Ángel Fernandez, Roque Vallejos, Emilio Pérez Chaves, Susy Delgado, and Mario Casartelli.
Gladys's Published Works
Gladys published her first book in 1965. After that, she focused completely on writing poetry. She wrote a total of 20 books!
Poetry Books for Children
| Year | Book Title |
| 1965 | Ojitos Negros |
| 1966 | Navidad (Christmas) |
| 1979 | Piolin. The famous writer Josefina Plá introduced this children's book in its first edition. |
| 2003 | Moons flour.
Walk – When zoo – Logical! (Walk to the zoo). |
Poetry Books for Adults
| Year | Book Title |
| 1982 | Lazo essential (Essential Tie). |
| 1984 | A weathertight. This book includes some of her early poems from the 1960s. |
| 1989 | As in the capueras. This book won the "Jose Maria Heredia" Poetry Award from the Association of Art Critics of Miami, USA. |
| 1992 | Depository infidel. This poem collection won the Poetry Award from the Paraguayan-German Cultural Institute. |
| 1997 | Territorio Esmeralda (Emerald Territory). |
| 2002 | And former White River. |
Unpublished Books
| Year | Book Title |
| 1986 | To recognize us as brothers. This book was a finalist in a poetry contest in Cordova, Spain. |
| 1990 | Ash and flash. This book won a special award from the Spanish Embassy in Paraguay. |
Awards and Honors
Gladys Carmagnola received many awards and honors throughout her life, both in Paraguay and other countries.
| Year | Award |
| 1981 | First Prize of Poetry "Friends of Art" in Asuncion. |
| 1985 | "Jose Maria Heredia" Poetry Prize from the Association of Art Critics of Miami, USA, for her book "Like in capueras." |
| 1989 | "Silver Fiambrera" Award from the Ateneo of Popular Culture in Cordova, Spain. |
| 1992 | Poetry Award from the Paraguayan-German Cultural Institute for her book "Depository infidel." |
| 1994 | Special recognition and public tribute at the Lake Ypacaraí Festival. |
| 1995 | Honorable Mention for the National Prize for Literature. |
| 1996 | Municipal Prize for Literature. |
Her Poetic Style
Gladys Carmagnola loved writing for children. She once said, "writing for children is my great commitment and my singular pride."
In 1979, the famous writer Josefina Plá described Gladys's children's books. She said the books were full of "tenderness" and "sweetness." She felt that Gladys's poems came from a truly kind heart.
Her poems for children are sweet and inviting. They can help readers feel like a child again. They bring back happy memories of ice cream, naps, and playing with friends all day.
The Argentine author María Elena Walsh also praised Gladys's book "Piolin." She called it "transparent Piolin" because of its clear and beautiful writing.
After 1980, Gladys's writing style for adults became more modern. She started writing poems that explored her own thoughts and feelings. She also wrote many poems about love and nature.
Her adult poems are known for their clear and easy-to-understand language. Readers often found them refreshing and enjoyable.
Her Family Life
Gladys Carmagnola was married to Julio Medina, who was a lawyer. They had one daughter named Cecilia Medina Carmagnola.
See also
In Spanish: Gladys Carmagnola para niños
