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“No person writes to win awards.”

Quote by Mo Yan

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Mo Yan, born Guan Moye, is a renowned Chinese contemporary novelist. Born on February 17, 1955, in Gaomi City, Shandong Province, his works are known for their unique narrative style and profound social criticism. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2012. more

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“I am also well aware that literature only has a minimal influence on political disputes or economic crises in the world, but its significance to human beings is ancient.”

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“I heard so many stories from Gaomi's peasants that I had an irrepressible urge to write them down. Today, Gaomi's peasants know that they have become famous around the world through my writings, but I think they are a little puzzled by this.”

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“I'll continue on the path I've been taking, feet on the ground, describing people's lives, describing people's emotions, writing from the standpoint of the ordinary people.”

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“My works are Chinese literature, which is part of world literature. They show the life of Chinese people as well as the country's unique culture and folk customs.”

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“When literature exists, perhaps we do not notice how important it is, but when it does not exist, our lives become coarsened and brutal. For this reason, I am proud of my profession, but also aware of its importance.”

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“In small towns, bored teenagers turn their eyes longingly to the exciting doings in the big cities, pining for urban amenities like hipster bars and farmers' markets and indie-rock festivals. Like everyone else, they want the vibrant and they will not be denied.”

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