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Rafael Alberti

1902-1999

Rafael Alberti (1902-1999) was a renowned Spanish poet, painter, and playwright.

Biography

Rafael Alberti (1902-1999) was a renowned Spanish poet, painter, and playwright.

Born in El Puerto de Santa María, in the province of Cádiz, Alberti was a prominent figure of the Generation of '27, a group of writers who revolutionized Spanish literature in the first half of the 20th century.

His poetic work ranges from avant-garde to social poetry, reflecting his political commitment and his fight against injustice.

Exiled during the Spanish Civil War, Alberti lived in Argentina and Italy before returning to Spain after Franco's death.

His literary legacy and his commitment to social justice have made him an iconic figure in Spanish literature..