José de la Cuadra facts for kids
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José de la Cuadra
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| Born | José de la Cuadra y Vargas 3 September 1903 Guayaquil, Ecuador |
| Died | 27 February 1941 (aged 37) Guayaquil, Ecuador |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Genre | social realism |
| Notable works | La Tigra (1932), Los Sangurimas (1934) |
José de la Cuadra (born September 3, 1903 – died February 27, 1941) was an important Ecuadorian writer. He is famous for his short stories, which are considered some of the best in Ecuadorian literature. He wrote about real life in Ecuador, focusing on social issues.
About José de la Cuadra
José de la Cuadra was born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on September 3, 1903. His parents were Vicente de la Cuadra y Vayas and Ana Victoria Vargas y Jiménez.
He studied at the University of Guayaquil and became a lawyer. He also worked as a diplomat, representing Ecuador in countries like Argentina and Uruguay.
The Guayaquil Group
José de la Cuadra was a key member of a famous group of writers called the "Guayaquil Group". This group was very important in Ecuadorian literature during the 1930s and 1940s. Other well-known writers in this group included Enrique Gil Gilbert, Demetrio Aguilera Malta, Joaquín Gallegos Lara, and Alfredo Pareja Diezcanseco.
De la Cuadra was known for his "social realism" style. This means he wrote stories that showed the real lives of ordinary people, often focusing on their struggles and daily experiences. He wrote many essays, novels, and articles, but his short stories are especially famous.
His Famous Works
Some of his most important works include La Tigra (1932) and Los Sangurimas (1934). These stories have been made into movies by Ecuadorian directors. They have also been translated into several different languages, so people all over the world can read them.
José de la Cuadra passed away in Guayaquil on February 27, 1941. He was only 37 years old.
See also
In Spanish: José de la Cuadra para niños
