Carlos María Ydígoras was a Guatemalan writer and journalist. He studied law at the University of San Carlos of Guatemala, but dedicated himself primarily to literature and journalism. He was known for his short stories and novels that explored social and political themes of his country. His work reflected the Guatemalan reality of his time, with a style that combined realism with elements of social criticism. He also collaborated with several newspapers and magazines, where he published opinion pieces and literary criticism.