Manuel de Pedrolo was a prominent Spanish writer born on April 26, 1918, in L'Aranyó, Catalonia. He is best known for his contributions to Catalan literature, particularly through his novels, short stories, and essays. His most famous work, "Mecanoscrit del segon origen," is a science fiction novel that explores themes of survival and human resilience. Throughout his career, de Pedrolo faced censorship and political challenges, especially during the Franco regime in Spain. Despite these obstacles, he remained committed to writing in Catalan and became a key figure in the promotion of the language and culture. He passed away on June 2, 1990.