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Mario Amorós publishes first historian-written biography of Miguel Hernández

publication · 2026-05-24

Mario Amorós has published 'Un poeta en la Historia' with Akal, the first biography of poet Miguel Hernández written by a historian. The work situates Hernández within the political and social history of his time, using rigorous source analysis and new archival findings to confirm hypotheses and dispel myths. Amorós emphasizes that every event in the text is verified. The biography reflects the dignity of the poet until his death, highlighting how historical forces shaped his life and contradictions.

Key facts

  • Mario Amorós published 'Un poeta en la Historia' with Akal.
  • It is the first biography of Miguel Hernández written by a historian.
  • The biography uses rigorous source analysis and new archival findings.
  • It aims to confirm hypotheses and dispel myths about Hernández.
  • The work situates Hernández within political and social history.
  • Every event in the text is verified by sources.
  • The biography reflects Hernández's dignity until his death.
  • It highlights how historical forces shaped his life and contradictions.

Entities

Artists

  • Miguel Hernández

Institutions

  • Akal

Locations

  • Orihuela
  • Spain

Sources