Xandru Fernández facts for kids
Xandru Fernández, born in 1970 in Turón, Asturias, Spain, is a well-known writer. He writes in the Asturian language. He is one of the most active writers from a group called the Surdimientu. This group helped bring new life to Asturian literature.
Xandru has written many books. These include novels, poetry, and short stories. He has also translated famous works by authors like Franz Kafka. Besides writing books, he also writes song lyrics. He is known for his work with the Asturian rock band Dixebra.
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About Xandru Fernández's Life
Xandru Fernández studied at the University of Oviedo. He earned a degree in philosophy. Today, he teaches philosophy at a public school in Luanco.
He has won several important awards for his writing. He received the Xosefa de Xovellanos prize for his stories in both 1994 and 1999. Xandru has also helped start many cultural projects. He was part of the team that created the essay magazine Tiempu de Nós.
Xandru Fernández's Published Works
Xandru Fernández has written many different types of books. His works include long stories (novels), collections of poems, and shorter stories.
Novels by Xandru Fernández
- El silenciu en fuga (1990)
- Tráficu de cuerpos (1990)
- El club de los inocentes (1994)
- El suañu de los páxaros de sable (1999)
- Los homes de bronce (2001)
- Les ruines (2005)
- El nuesu mar de los sargazos (2005)
- La banda sonora del paraísu (2006)
- El príncipe derviche (2012)
Poetry Books by Xandru Fernández
- Primer bestiariu (1990)
- Breviariu de la diáspora (1993)
- Lletra muerto (1998)
- Servidume (2000)
- El doble blancu (2008)
- Les vides incompletes (2009)
Short Story Collections
- Del llaberintu al trenta (1995)
- Les cuentes del alma (2000)
- Entierros de xente famoso (2008)
More Information
- Xandru Fernández at Araz Asturian Writers Database (in Asturian language)
- Xandru Fernández biography[Usurped!] at Lliteratu.com[Usurped!] (in Asturian language)
See also
In Spanish: Xandru Fernández para niños
