Juan Rulfo
Juan Rulfo was a prominent Mexican writer and photographer, best known for his novels 'Pedro Páramo' and 'El llano en llamas.' His works are celebrated for their rich imagery and exploration of rural Mexican life, earning him a significant place in Latin American literature.
Born on May 16, 1917 (108 years old)
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El Salvador:
Juan Rulfo is referenced in the context of a plea for mercy in a violent situation.
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Colombia:
Juan Rulfo is a significant literary influence on Mateo García Elizondo, known for his profound storytelling.
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Guatemala:
Juan Rulfo is referenced as a significant writer in the magical realism genre that inspired the festival.
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El Salvador:
Juan Rulfo is remembered by Raymundo Calderón as a simple man and a connoisseur of Salarrué's work.
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Guatemala:
Juan Rulfo was referenced alongside Gabriel García Márquez in the context of literary contributions to magical realism.
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Iraq:
Juan Rulfo is mentioned as a writer who embodies the theme of silence in literature.
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Mexico:
Juan Rulfo is mentioned as the favorite author of Kenzaburō Ōe, highlighting the literary connections between Mexico and Japan.
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Portugal:
Juan Rulfo received the Princess of Asturias Award for Literature in 1983.
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Dominican Republic:
Juan Rulfo is recognized for his novel 'Pedro Páramo', which initiated a literary rupture in Latin America.
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Costa Rica:
Juan Rulfo is known for his influential novel 'Pedro Páramo', published in 1955.
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