“I try to be as honest about what I see and to speak rather than be silent, especially if it means I can save lives, or serve humanity.”
Quote by Sandra Cisneros
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Sandra Cisneros
Sandra Cisneros is an American writer known for her unique Latinx background and female perspective. Her works delve into issues of immigration, family, and society, with her most famous work being the short story collection 'The House on Mango Street'. Born on December 20, 1954, Cisneros began her writing career in the 1970s. more
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“Those who are silent, self-effacing and attentive become the recipients of confidences.”
“You arrive at a village, and in this calm environment, one starts to hear echo.”
“Tell your husbands any bad news when everything is calm, not just as they come through the door.”
“Violence is a calm that disturbs you.”
Source: The selected writings of Jean Genet