Octavio Paz (31 March 1914 – 19 April 1998) was a Mexican writer, poet, and diplomat.
Paz began his career as a poet, publishing his first collection of poems, “Luna Silvestre” (Wild Moon), in 1933. He went on to publish many more collections of poetry, including “Piedra de sol” (Sunstone), which is considered one of his greatest works.
In addition to his poetry, Paz was a prolific essayist, writing on a wide range of topics including politics, culture, and art. His essays are known for their insight and originality, and he was a leading intellectual in Mexico and the Spanish-speaking world.
Paz’s work was deeply influenced by his experiences as a diplomat. He served as Mexico’s ambassador to India from 1962 to 1968, and his time in India had a profound impact on his writing, inspiring many of his most famous works.
Octavio Paz died on 19 April 1998 in Mexico City, Mexico. Paz’s legacy as a poet, essayist, and intellectual continues to influence writers and thinkers around the world. His work explores themes of identity, culture, and the human condition, and his writing is celebrated for its beauty, complexity, and depth.
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