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Alejandro Arango y Escandón

1821 – 1883

Mexican poet

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About Alejandro Arango y Escandón

Lived 1821 – 1883 (aged 61). Alejandro Arango y Escandón was a Mexican poet, writer, lawyer and librarian.

Alejandro Arango y Escandón ( – ) was a Mexican author.

Alejandro Arango y Escandón was born on in Puebla City. He was educated in Madrid and Paris, and filled several high offices, but declined to accept any compensation for his public services. His library was one of the richest in Mexico. A volume of poems and the Ensayo historico sobre Fray Luis de Leon are among his best works. The latter won him membership in both the Royal Spanish Academy and the academy of history of Spain. Alejandro Arango y Escandón died on 28 February 1883 in Mexico City.

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Important facts

Born

10 July 1821, Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza

Birth century

19th century

Died

28 February 1883, Mexico City

Occupation

Poet, writer, lawyer, librarian

Nationality

Mexico, New Spain

Also known as

Alejandro Arango y Escandon

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alejandro Arango y Escandón?

Mexican poet (1821-1883)

When was Alejandro Arango y Escandón born?

Alejandro Arango y Escandón was born on 10 July 1821 in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza.

When did Alejandro Arango y Escandón die?

Alejandro Arango y Escandón died on 28 February 1883 in Mexico City.

What was Alejandro Arango y Escandón's occupation?

Alejandro Arango y Escandón was a poet, writer, lawyer and librarian.

What nationality was Alejandro Arango y Escandón?

Alejandro Arango y Escandón was Mexican.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alejandro Arango y Escandón

· Wikidata: Q3609431

· DBpedia: Alejandro Arango y Escandón

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