Egito Goncalves has published more than 21 volumes of poetry. Translations of his work have appeared in countries around the world. After half a century of work, the poet was accorded his country's highest literary honors—the Grande Premio de Poesia, Portugal's most prestigious literary award. This fine international poet dances between love lyrics, ironic observations, and trenchant political commentary.
Egito Goncalves has published more than 21 volumes of poetry. Translations of his work have appeared in countries around the world. After half a century of work, the poet was accorded his country's highest literary honors—the Grande Premio de Poesia, Portugal's most prestigious literary award. This fine international poet dances between love lyrics, ironic observations, and trenchant political commentary.