Rosa María Britton

Britton is recognized for addressing gender, health, and societal issues in her literary work. Her writings explore the realities and challenges faced by women in Panamanian and Latin American society. Through her narrative, she seeks to give visibility to women's voices and experiences while promoting gender equality.

In addition to her literary career, Rosa María Britton is a medical doctor, specializing in gynecology and obstetrics. Her medical background and experience in the healthcare field have influenced her literary work, allowing her to delve into topics related to health and the female body.

Some of Rosa María Britton's most well-known works include "La noche y su orilla" (1987), "La espiral eterna" (1993), and "El último vuelo del pterodáctilo" (1999). Her writings have received national and international recognition, and she has been awarded literary prizes for her outstanding contributions.

Rosa María Britton has left a significant legacy in Panamanian and Latin American literature, creating space for reflection on gender and health issues in contemporary society.

She lived in Panama since 1973.

Works

Novels

• El ataúd de uso, 1983
• El señor de las lluvias y el viento, 1984
• No pertenezco a este siglo, 1991
• Todas íbamos a ser Reinas, 1997
• Laberintos de orgullo, 2002
• Suspiros de fantasmas, 2005

Tales

Theater

• Esa Esquina del Paraiso, 1986
• Banquete de despedida/Miss Panamá Inc., 1987

References