Horacio Quiroga: Biography, Facts and Career
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Horacio Silvestre Quiroga Forteza (31 December 1878 – 19 February 1937) was a Uruguayan playwright, poet, and short story writer. The jungle settings of his stories emphasized the conflict between humans and nature. His portrayals of mental illness and hallucinatory states were influenced by Edgar Allan Poe. In turn, Quiroga influenced Gabriel García Márquez and Julio Cortázar.
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- Full name: Horacio Quiroga
- Born: 1878-12-31
- Nationality: Uruguay
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q16864
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Who is Horacio Quiroga?
Horacio Silvestre Quiroga Forteza (31 December 1878 – 19 February 1937) was a Uruguayan playwright, poet, and short story writer.
What nationality is Horacio Quiroga?
Horacio Quiroga is Uruguay.
When was Horacio Quiroga born?
Horacio Quiroga was born on 1878-12-31.
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