Martín Caparrós

Martín Caparrós (born May 29, 1957 in Buenos Aires, Argentina) is a writer and social commentator.[1] His father was Antonio Caparrós, a renowned psychiatrist. Caparrós began professional writing at age sixteen. His first professional job in journalism was with the now-defunct daily Noticias. He also wrote extensively for international publications, including The New York Times,[2] The Guardian, El País,[3] and The Washington Post.

Martín Caparrós

As a writer, Martin Caparrós is known for his detailed and insightful works of fiction and non-fiction. Some of his most notable books include La Voluntad, El Hambre, and El Interior. His books have been translated into numerous languages, earning him widespread acclaim.[4]

Caparrós has also been active in various social and political causes. He has campaigned for greater democratic participation in Latin America and to raise awareness about poverty, inequality, and human rights issues. He has received numerous awards for his work, including the Planeta Prize for La Historia in 2011.[5] Following the 1976 Argentine coup d'état, Caparrós exiled to France. He obtained a history degree in Paris at the University of Paris. He currently resides in Madrid.