Hugo Rodríguez-Alcalá facts for kids

Hugo Rodríguez-Alcalá (1917–2007) was a famous writer from Paraguay. He was known for his poems, stories, and essays. He also studied and wrote about literature.

Hugo Rodríguez-Alcalá was born in Asunción, Paraguay, on November 25, 1917. He studied at the National University of Asunción, where he earned a degree in Laws and Social Sciences in 1943. Later, he continued his studies in the United States. He received a special degree in literature from the University of Wisconsin in 1953.

He was a very important writer in Paraguay. In 1999, he received the National Prize for Literature. This is one of the highest awards a writer can get in Paraguay. He passed away on November 16, 2007, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

His Writings

Hugo Rodríguez-Alcalá wrote many different kinds of books. He wrote poems that shared his feelings and ideas. He also wrote stories that took readers to different places and times. His essays were like thoughtful articles where he shared his opinions on literature and other topics.

Some of his most well-known works include:

• "Relatos del Norte y del Sur" (Tales from the North and the South)
• "El ojo del bosque" (The Eye of the Forest)
• "Primer recuerdo" (First Memory)

His books are still read and studied today. They help people understand more about Paraguayan culture and literature.

See also

In Spanish: Hugo Rodríguez Alcalá para niños