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“Religion is dogmatic. Politic is ideological. Reason must be logical, but literature has a privilege of being equivocal.”

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Carlos Fuentes
Carlos Fuentes

Carlos Fuentes, born on November 11, 1928 and died on May 15, 2012, was a renowned Mexican novelist. His works are characterized by deep social insight and a unique literary style, which have had a profound impact on Latin American literature. more

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