Osvaldo Soriano was an Argentine writer born on February 15, 1944, in Mar del Plata. He is best known for his novels that often explore themes of politics, identity, and the human condition. His works, such as El río del tiempo and Triste, solitario y final, reflect his experiences and observations of Argentine society. In addition to his novels, Soriano was also a journalist and screenwriter. He lived in exile during the military dictatorship in Argentina, which influenced his writing style and subject matter. Soriano passed away on July 29, 2006, leaving behind a significant literary legacy.