Ricardo Rojas (writer) facts for kids
Ricardo Rojas (born September 16, 1882, in Tucumán – died July 29, 1957, in Buenos Aires) was a famous Argentine writer and journalist. He came from an important family in the Santiago del Estero Province. His father, Absalón Rojas, was even the governor of that province!
Ricardo Rojas moved to Buenos Aires to study more. He later became the head, or rector, of the University of Buenos Aires from 1926 to 1930. This was a very important job in education. He also led the Institute of Petroleum, which was a big part of Argentina's oil industry.
His Important Writings
Ricardo Rojas wrote many books and essays during his life. His works covered different topics like history, literature, and even poetry. He was very interested in Argentine culture and identity. One of his most famous works is Historia de la literatura argentina, which is a long history of Argentine literature. He also wrote El Santo de la Espada, a book about the life of General José de San Martín, a hero of Argentina.
His writings helped people understand more about Argentina's past and its unique spirit. He wanted to show the importance of national identity and culture through his books.
See also
In Spanish: Ricardo Rojas para niños
