There are many more classic Latina poets to discover (or rediscover) than is possible to including in a roundup such as this one. But for those just getting acquainted with this area of Spanish literature, this is a good starting point. Shown at right, Rosario Castellanos.

Presented here is a sampling of poets whose works have been fairly extensively translated into English, or whose achievements in their home countries were significant. The Latina poets listed following represent Cuba, Puerto Rico, a number of South American countries, Mexico, and Spain.

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