Gabriela Mistral
7 April 1889 - 10 January 1957
Gabriela Mistral was a Chilean poet, diplomat, and educator. She was the first Latin American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1945 and is considered one of the most important poets of the 20th century. Mistral's work reflects her personal experiences and her deep connection to the natural world. Her most famous works include "Desolación" and "Tala." Throughout her life, Mistral dedicated herself to promoting education and social justice and her work continues to inspire and influence writers and poets around the world.