JOURNAL ARTICLE

The widow of Argentina's most famous writer didn't leave a will and now her 5 estranged nephews are fighting over the rights to his work.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Politi, Daniel 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the uncertainty surrounding the literary rights of Jorge Luis Borges following the death of his widow, Maria Kodama, who passed away without a will. This situation has surprised literary circles, as Kodama was known for her dedication to preserving Borges's legacy. Following her death, her nephews have sought to claim her estate, which includes the rights to Borges's works and valuable manuscripts. The article highlights the complexities of inheritance laws in Argentina, noting that without a will, the estate could potentially revert to the state. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2023/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:162941579
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