Martin Abellana

Martin Abellana (1904 – 1989) was a Filipino Visayan writer. He was a teacher by profession. In the years 1956 to 1958, he was president of the LUDABI, a group of writers in Cebuano. His novels are characterized by a concern for the working class.

Abellana National School, Cebu City is named after him.

Novels

• Kaulit sa Kalipay
• Ang Kalayo sa Sulad
• Tulisok sa Tanlag
• Basuni sa Katingala
• Awit sa Gugma
• Kinabuhi

References

• Visayan Literature page -- defunct

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Name	Abellana, Martin
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Date of birth	1904
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Date of death	1989
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