Mexican writer Fernando del Paso wins Cervantes Prize

By Euronews

Published on 23/04/2016 - 21:38

Spain’s King Felipe has presented the country’s highest literary award, the Cervantes prize, to Mexican writer Fernando del Paso in recognition of a

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Spain’s King Felipe has presented the country’s highest literary award, the Cervantes prize, to
Mexican writer Fernando del Paso in recognition of a career spanning six decades.

The 81-year-old, who has suffered a number of health problems, was determined to make it to Madrid on Saturday to receive the honour, come what may.

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