The facade of the Conquest, severe yet jocund, with one foo… - Carlos Fuentes

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The facade of the Conquest, severe yet jocund, with one foot in the dead Old World and the other in the New.

Carlos Fuentes

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About Carlos Fuentes

Carlos Fuentes Macías (November 11, 1928 – May 15, 2012) was a Mexican novelist, short-story writer, essayist, playwright and critic. He taught in several American and British universities, and served as his country’s ambassador to France.

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Native Name: Carlos Fuentes Macías

Alternative Names: Charlos

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The facade of the Conquest, severe yet jocund, with one foot in the dead Old World and the other in the New. - Carlos Fuentes

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