OCTAVIO PAZ.

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Title: OCTAVIO PAZ. (Spanish).
Authors: Gil Villegas M., Francisco
Source: Metapolitica. nov/dic2006, Vol. 10 Issue 50, p113-115. 3p.
Subjects: PAZ, Octavio, 1914-1998, AUTHORITARIANISM, EL laberinto de la Soledad (Book), NOBEL Prize winners, MEXICAN authors
Abstract: The article discusses the intellectual contributions and influence of Mexican poet, cultural critic, and Nobel laureate Octavio Paz. It considers his critique of repression and authoritarianism, reflects on his essay "El laberinto de la soledad," and its depiction of Mexican identity, and explores the influence of Spanish philosopher Ortega y Gasset on his thought. A list of works is also presented including "Posdata," "Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz o las trampas de la fe," and "Itinerario."
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Abstract:The article discusses the intellectual contributions and influence of Mexican poet, cultural critic, and Nobel laureate Octavio Paz. It considers his critique of repression and authoritarianism, reflects on his essay "El laberinto de la soledad," and its depiction of Mexican identity, and explores the influence of Spanish philosopher Ortega y Gasset on his thought. A list of works is also presented including "Posdata," "Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz o las trampas de la fe," and "Itinerario."
ISSN:14054558