Alberto Manguel
9 books
About the Author
Alberto Manguel is an acclaimed Argentine-Canadian writer, translator, and editor whose lifelong passion for books has shaped a prolific career spanning essays, fiction, and cultural criticism. Born in Buenos Aires in 1948, he grew up immersed in literature, eventually becoming a renowned voice on the art and history of reading. Exiled during Argentina's military dictatorship, Manguel settled in Canada, where he curated collections and contributed to literary journals worldwide. His works explore the intimate relationship between readers and texts, blending erudition with personal anecdote to illuminate the transformative power of libraries and stories. A polyglot fluent in several languages, Manguel has edited anthologies and hosted radio programs, earning international praise for his eloquent defense of intellectual freedom and the enduring magic of the written word.
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erudite
reflective
lyrical
Books by Alberto Manguel
