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Washington Delgado
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| Born | October 26, 1927 Cusco, Peru |
| Died | September 7, 2003 Lima, Peru |
| Occupation | Writer, poet, essayist, professor |
| Nationality | Peruvian |
Washington Delgado (born October 26, 1927, in Cusco, Peru – died September 7, 2003, in Lima, Peru) was a famous Peruvian poet. He was also a writer, essayist, and professor.
He is known for his beautiful poems and his important contributions to Peruvian literature. Delgado's work often explored themes of absence, time, and the human heart.
Early Life and Education
Washington Delgado was born in the historic city of Cusco. This city is famous for its ancient Inca history. He later moved to Lima to study.
Delgado attended the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú in Lima. He studied literature there. Later, he continued his studies in Madrid, Spain. He lived in Madrid from 1955 to 1958. His time studying abroad helped shape his writing style.
Main Works
Washington Delgado wrote many books of poetry. He also wrote essays and other literary works. Here are some of his most well-known collections:
- Formas de la ausencia (1955)
- Días del corazón (1957)
- Para vivir mañana (1959)
- Un mundo dividido (1970)
- Destierro por vida (1970)
- Reunión elegida (1988)
- Historia de Artidoro (1994)
- La muerte del doctor Octavio Aguilar
- Historia de la literatura del Perú Republicano
His book Historia de la literatura del Perú Republicano is a history of Peruvian literature. It shows his deep knowledge of his country's literary past.
Legacy
Washington Delgado is remembered as one of Peru's most important poets. His poems continue to be read and studied today. He left a lasting mark on the world of literature.
