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Fernando Benítez Gutiérrez

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Mexican[1] b. 16 January 1911, Mexico City, Mexico[1] d. 21 February 2000, Mexico City, Mexico[1] active 1947–2000

Fernando Benítez Gutiérrez was a prominent Mexican journalist, writer, and cultural editor. He is best known for founding and directing numerous cultural supplements in major newspapers like El Nacional and La Jornada, which served as platforms for significant intellectuals and new talents alike. His prolific literary output includes historical works on Mexico City, travelogues, and essays on indigenous cultures. He held various public roles, including ambassador to the Dominican Republic and president of the Patronato del Valle del Mezquital. Benítez was a key figure in promoting Mexican culture through journalism and literature.[1]

  • Mexican history
  • cultural journalism
  • indigenous cultures
  • urban history

Books

  1. Nacho López Yo, El Ciudadano 992
    Yo, El Ciudadano
    Nacho López
    €76.00

Works by Fernando Benítez Gutiérrez

  • 1984 Yo, el ciudadano Fondo de Cultura Económica · book · Spanish · ISBN 9681617657 Introductory text for Nacho López's photography.
  • 1984 Historia de la Ciudad de México book · Spanish 3 volumes.
  • 1985 Los demonios en el convento. Sexo y religión en la Nueva España book · Spanish

Awards

  • 1969 Premio Mazatlán
  • 1978 Premio Nacional de Lingüística y Literatura

References

  1. Benítez Gutiérrez, Fernando. Universidad de Guadalajara link