Famous Spanish novelist Javier Marias, whose books have been translated into 40 languages in more than 60 countries, died in Madrid at the age of 70.
In the news of his death announced by Marias’ publisher, Alfaguara “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Javier Marias, a member of our family.” it was said.
According to the news reported by Haber Global; In the statement, the Spanish writer’s cause of death was also announced.
HE WAS TREATED FOR A LONG TIME
Accordingly, Marias was in the hospital for a long time due to Covid-19. The condition of the famous writer, who caught pneumonia, worsened and Marias passed away. El Pais also informed that the author had a back surgery shortly before the coronavirus pandemic started.
LAST NOVEL PRINTED LAST YEAR
Born in Madrid on September 20, 1951, the author was among the leading Spanish writers of his time with 16 novels.
His last novel, Tomas Nevinson, was published last year.
His best-known works include All Souls, A Heart So White, Tomorrow In The Battle Think On Me.
A member of the Royal Spanish Academy since 2008, Marias was also a fluent writer in French and English. In addition, his articles were published in El Pais as a journalist.
A cinema fan, the author was also a staunch Real Madrid fan.
The works of Javier Marias published in Turkey are as follows:
The Infatuation – Your Face Tomorrow (Fire and Spear) – The White Heart – This Is A Bitter Beginning – The Wilds And The Emotions – Your Face Tomorrow (Dance and Dream) – The Dark Side of Time – Evil Tales – The Sentimental Man – Berta Isla – All Souls – Wolf District.
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