Birth: 1775-07-11
, Sevilha
Death: 1841-05-20
, Liverpool
José María Blanco-White was a Spanish writer, poet, journalist, and critic, known for his essayistic and poetic work. His critical thinking and deep reflection on Spanish identity and culture earned him a prominent place in the literature of his time. He was a keen observer of society and a defender of liberal ideas, which was reflected in his journalism and literary production.