Julio Cortázar
Julio Florencio Cortázar Descotte was an influential Argentine author who significantly impacted Latin American literature.
Born in Belgium in 1914, he moved to Argentina as a child.
Cortázar began his career as a teacher and translator before relocating to Paris in 1951, where he wrote most of his renowned works.
His writing style, characterized by experimental techniques and surrealist elements, gained international recognition.
Cortázar's most famous novel, "Hopscotch" (1963), revolutionized narrative structure.
He also excelled in short stories, blending fantasy and reality.
Cortázar's work often explored themes of exile, identity, and the nature of existence.
He remained politically engaged throughout his life, supporting leftist causes in Latin America.
