Isidoro Blaisten (1933-2004) was an Argentine writer, journalist, and poet. He was primarily known for his short stories, characterized by their humor, irony, and a unique perspective on everyday life. He published story collections such as "Cerrado por melancolía" (Closed for Melancholy) and "Dublín al sur" (Dublin to the South), in addition to poetry. He was also a renowned columnist and literary critic.