Leon C. Pichay
Leon Pichay (June 27, 1902 – August 11, 1970) was a writer and poet from the Philippines. Pichay was one of the most active Ilocano writers of his time. He wrote short stories, plays, novels, essays and more than 400 poems. He was known as the 'King of Ilocano Poets' during the 1950s. He was born on June 27, 1902, in Vigan, Ilocos Sur. He studied law at the University of Manila. During his studies he wrote many poems and worked for various Ilocano newspapers, including being an associate writer for the '' Ilocano Times''. Other publications for which he wrote include ''Panagbiag'', ''Timekmi, Ti Agipaawat'', ''Wagayway'', ''Heraldo Ilocano'', ''El Norte'', and ''Naimbag a Damag''. He also became members of societies such as the Filipino Editors and Publishers Union (as editor) and of Romanceros Nacionales (as secretary-general). Eventually he was not able to complete his studies. Pichay was a versatile and active writer, and he wrote short stories, plays, novels, essays and ...
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