María Elena Walsh
María Elena Walsh | |
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Walsh in 1995 | |
| Born | 1 February 1930 Ramos Mejía, Argentina |
| Died | 10 January 2011 (aged 80) Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Occupation | Poet, author, musician, writer |
| Genre | Children's literature, Autobiographical novel, poetry |
| Partner | Sara Facio (1978–2011) |
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María Elena Walsh (1 February 1930 – 10 January 2011) was an Argentine poet, novelist, musician, playwright, writer and composer, mainly known for her songs and books for children. Her work includes many of the most popular children's books and songs of all time in her home country.