Juan Rulfo quotes

Juan Rulfo was a Mexican writer, photographer, and screenwriter, best known for his influential works in Latin American literature. His novel "Pedro Páramo" and short story collection "The Burning Plain" are acclaimed for their innovative style and exploration of rural Mexico. He has inspired generations of writers with his profound storytelling and unique narrative voice. Here are 5 of his quotes:

Because to write, one must truly suffer.

Juan Rulfo

No one knows better than I do how far heaven is, but I also know all the shortcuts. The secret is to die, when you want to, and not when He proposes. Or else to force Him to take you before your time.

Juan Rulfo

I am talking about misery and all of its implications.

Juan Rulfo

Learn this, son: in the new nest you have to leave an egg. When I aged you, you will learn to live, you will know that the children are leaving you, that they do not thank you for anything; They eat until your memory.

Juan Rulfo