Silvina Ocampo was an Argentine poet and short-story writer known for her distinctive literary style and surreal themes. Born on July 28, 1903, in Buenos Aires, she became an important figure in the Spanish-language literary world. Ocampo's writing is characterized by its fantastical elements, psychological depth, and exploration of the uncanny and the macabre. She was associated with some of the most prominent literary figures in Argentina, including her sister Victoria Ocampo (the founder of the influential literary magazine "Sur"), her husband Adolfo Bioy Casares, and her friend and collaborator Jorge Luis Borges. Together with Borges and Bioy Casares, she participated in the creation of a number of anthologies that were instrumental in defining the canon of Argentine fantastic literature. Ocampo's work often examined themes of innocence, cruelty, and the blurred lines between reality and imagination. Despite her significant contributions to Argentine literature, Silvina Ocampo was often overshadowed by her more famous peers and relatives during her lifetime, but has posthumously gained recognition for her unique voice and literary achievements. She passed away on December 14, 1993.