by José Hernández · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788467003802
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Martín Fierro is an Argentine narrative poem written in verse by José Hernández in the 19th century. Published in two parts, 'El Gaucho Martín Fierro' (1872) and 'La Vuelta de Martín Fierro' (1879), the work is considered a classic of Argentine literature and a symbol of national identity. The poem tells the life of a gaucho, his misfortunes and his struggle for survival in an adverse social and political context.
José Hernández was an Argentine journalist, poet, and politician best known as the author of the epic poem Martín Fierro. In his tribute, his birthday is celebrated in Argentina as a national holiday, called Tradition Day.
