Birth: 1829-11-09
, Pilar
Death: 1899-06-14
, Juiz de Fora
Diogo Velho is a Portuguese poet whose work focuses on the exploration of identity, memory, and the relationship between human beings and time and space. His poetry is marked by a dense and evocative language, which uses strong imagery and subtle musicality to create atmospheres of introspection and existential questioning. His verses invite deep reflection on the human condition, the transience of life, and the search for meaning in a constantly changing world.