“Had I mentioned to someone around 1795 that I planned to write, anyone with any sense would have told me to write for two hours every day, with or without inspiration. Their advice would have enabled me to benefit from the ten years of my life I totally wasted waiting for inspiration.”
The story follows the enigmatic Bartleby, an employee who famously responds to requests with the phrase 'I would prefer not to.' This narrative delves into the complexities of work, societal expectations, and personal autonomy. more
Enrique Vila-Matas, born on March 31, 1948, is a Spanish novelist known for his unique narrative style and reflections on literary traditions. more
“The sea is endless when you are in a rowboat.”
“Perhaps we always want the person we love, to have the existence of a ghost.”
“A body is a body, but only voices are capable of love”
“I choose what I believe, and say nothing. For I am not as simple as I may seem.”
“As long as His Majesty is sick, I will move my bed to his chambers, the better to care for him.”