About Antônio Olinto
Lived 1919 – 2009 (aged 90). Antônio Olinto was a Brazilian linguist, journalist, translator, poet, literary critic and novelist.
Antônio Olinto Marques da Rocha (Ubá, MG - May 10, 1919 – Rio de Janeiro, RJ - September 12, 2009) was a Brazilian writer, essayist and translator.
Among his work are included poetry, novels, literary criticism, political analysis, children's literature and dictionaries.
He occupied the 8th chair of the Brazilian Academy of Letters from 1997 until his death in 2009.
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Who was Antônio Olinto?
Brazilian writer (1919–2009)
When was Antônio Olinto born?
Antônio Olinto was born on 10 May 1919 in Ubá.
When did Antônio Olinto die?
Antônio Olinto died on 12 September 2009 in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Antônio Olinto's occupation?
Antônio Olinto was a linguist, journalist, translator, poet, literary critic and novelist.
What nationality was Antônio Olinto?
Antônio Olinto was Brazilian.
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