José Hernández published 1 poetry collection. The best-known is Martín Fierro.
Updated September 2026
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Martín Fierro
José Hernández's most-read book.
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Martín Fierro (1894)
About José Hernández
José Hernández was an Argentine journalist, poet, and politician best known as the author of the epic poem Martín Fierro. In his tribute, his birthday is celebrated in Argentina as a national holiday, called Tradition Day.
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José Hernández FAQ
- How many books has José Hernández written?
- José Hernández published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read José Hernández's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Martín Fierro.
- What is José Hernández's most famous book?
- Martín Fierro is José Hernández's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.