Rafael Alberti

Rafael Alberti was a Spanish poet and playwright, born in 1902, celebrated for his lyrical and innovative writing. He was part of the Generation of '27, a group of influential Spanish artists and writers. Alberti's work spans themes of love, politics, and culture, often blending traditional Spanish motifs with modernist styles. He experienced exile during the Spanish Civil War and later returned home, becoming a prominent figure in Spanish literature. His contributions helped shape 20th-century Spanish poetry, and he received numerous awards, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1980.