Manuel Chaves Nogales

Manuel Chaves Nogales was a Spanish writer and journalist of the 20th century. He is notable for being largely forgotten in Spain after his exile in 1936, only to be rediscovered and recognized as a major literary figure in the 21st century. He is considered by some to be an originator of New Journalism, predating its formal emergence in the United States. Chaves Nogales is newsworthy currently due to the recent publication of a new collection of stories attributed to him. This event highlights his ongoing relevance and significance as a writer whose work continues to resonate with contemporary audiences, solidifying his place as a classic of 20th-century literature.