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Camilo José Cela: Biography, Facts and Career

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Camilo José Cela
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Camilo José Cela y Trulock, 1st Marquess of Iria Flavia (Spanish: [kamilo xoˈse ˈθela]; 11 May 1916 – 17 January 2002) was a Spanish novelist, poet, story writer and essayist associated with the Generation of '36 movement. He was awarded the 1989 Nobel Prize in Literature "for a rich and intensive prose, which with restrained compassion forms a challenging vision of man's vulnerability".

Quick facts about Camilo José Cela

  • Full name: Camilo José Cela
  • Born: 1916-05-11
  • Nationality: Spain
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q132589

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Who is Camilo José Cela?

Camilo José Cela y Trulock, 1st Marquess of Iria Flavia (Spanish: [kamilo xoˈse ˈθela]; 11 May 1916 – 17 January 2002) was a Spanish novelist, poet, story writer and essayist associated with the Generation of '36 movement. He was awarded the 1989 Nobel Prize in Literature "for a rich and intensive prose, which with restrained compassion forms a challenging vision of man's vulnerability"..

What nationality is Camilo José Cela?

Camilo José Cela is Spain.

When was Camilo José Cela born?

Camilo José Cela was born on 1916-05-11.

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