José de Cadalso y Vázquez: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Dalmiro • José de Cadahlso y Vásquez
Born	October 8, 1741 • Cádiz • Spain
Died	February 27, 1782 (aged 40) • Gibraltar
Notable Works	“Cartas marruecas” • “Los eruditos a la violeta” • “Noches lúgubres”

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