Felix de Latassa
Felix de Latassa y Ortin (November 21, 1733 – April 2, 1805) was Aragonese bibliographer responsible for compiling (in several works) a chronological index of Aragonese writers from the time of the birth of Christ up to his own time. The bibliographies are often treated in two parts: The first, in two large volumes, catalogues Aragonese literature and letters ranging from the years 1 to 1500. The second part, separate volumes that cover from 1500 to his own contemporary age (1802). Latassa's bibliographies also contain many biographical notes which are a valuable (and sometimes sole) source for many Aragonese historical figures. Biography Latassa was born (and died) in Zaragoza of an Aragonese noble family which had fallen onto hard times. His parents, Juan Latassa y Ortiz (of Navarre) and Maria Ortin moved to Zaragoza after their marriage in the early eighteenth century. Latassa began studying Arts and Philosophy at the University of Zaragoza in 1749 and gained his bachelor's degree in 1752. It is also around this time that Latassa took holy orders to become a priest. Despite his pastoral duties, he continued his studies and was awarded a degree in Theology in 1761 with a doctorate in 1762. During