Alfredo Pedro de Meneses Guisado

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Alfredo Pedro de Meneses Guisado

1891–1975

A Portuguese poet, journalist, and political figure linked to the first wave of Portuguese modernism, he moved in the orbit of the Orpheu generation while keeping a voice of his own. His work bridges literature and public life, making him an intriguing figure for listeners interested in early 20th-century Portugal.

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Orpheu Nº1

Orpheu Nº1

by José de Almada Negreiros, Alvaro de Campos, Ronald de Carvalho, Armando César Cortes-Rodrigues, Alfredo Pedro de Meneses Guisado, Luís de Montalvor, Fernando Pessoa, Mário de Sá-Carneiro

About the author

Born in Lisbon in 1891, Alfredo Pedro de Meneses Guisado became known as Alfredo Guisado. He was associated with the first generation of Portuguese modernism and is regularly connected with the circle around Orpheu, the landmark review of the movement. Alongside his literary work, he was also active as a journalist.

Guisado published poetry and took part in the cultural debates of his time, building a career that placed him close to some of the most important names in modern Portuguese literature. Sources also identify him as a political figure, showing how his life extended beyond books and into public affairs.

He died in 1975. Today he is remembered as one of the notable voices surrounding Portugal's early modernist moment: not always the most famous name in the room, but an important one for understanding the energy, friendships, and arguments that shaped that era.