Vicente Huidobro - in perpetual motion. A Biography

Vicente Huidobro, a pivotal figure in 20th-century Hispanic poetry, emerged from an affluent Santiago background and initially adopted a quasi-symbolist style. His artistic journey flourished in Paris, where he mingled with avant-garde luminaries and published numerous works. Huidobro's creative peak came in 1931 with the long poem "Altazor" and "Temblor de cielo," solidifying his legacy in poetry despite also writing novels and plays. His influential relationships with contemporaries like Apollinaire and Picasso shaped his unique contributions to literature.