Rafael Yglesias
Rafael Yglesias
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Rafael De J. Yglesias was an American author of novels, short stories, essays, and screenplays.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on November 12, 1945, in New York City. He passed away on December 31, 2011.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American, Novelist, Short Story Writer, Essayist, Screenwriter
Early Life and Background
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Rafael Yglesias was born to a family of Cuban immigrants who settled in New York City. His parents were both writers; his mother wrote novels and his father, the renowned author Rafael De J. Yglesias Sr., was an essayist. Growing up in a household where writing was encouraged, Yglesias began writing at a young age.
Yglesias's early life was marked by tragedy when he lost his younger brother to leukemia at just eight years old. This experience would later influence much of his writing, particularly in his exploration of themes related to mortality and the human condition.
Major Accomplishments
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Published over 15 novels, numerous short stories, essays, and screenplays.
Recipient of several awards for literary excellence, including the O. Henry Award.
Contributed to prominent publications such as The New Yorker, Esquire, and Playboy.Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Yglesias's notable works include:
*"Chango's Bees" (1975): A critically acclaimed novel that explores themes of identity, culture, and the immigrant experience.
"The Pure and the Impure"* (1986): A collection of short stories that delve into the complexities of human relationships and societal norms.
Impact and Legacy
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Rafael Yglesias's writing career spanned over four decades, leaving an indelible mark on American literature. His exploration of themes such as identity, mortality, and the human condition has resonated with readers worldwide.
Through his work, Yglesias challenged traditional notions of family, culture, and social norms, offering a unique perspective that continues to influence contemporary writers and thinkers.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Rafael Yglesias's thought-provoking writings have earned him a lasting place in the literary canon. His ability to tackle complex themes with sensitivity and nuance has made his works relatable and impactful, ensuring that he remains widely quoted and remembered for generations to come.
His writing often sparked important conversations about identity, culture, and human relationships, cementing his status as a pioneering voice in American literature.
Quotes by Rafael Yglesias
Perhaps they assumed that he would have a hard time putting her first. Perhaps they had not understood that for a long time she had come first with him, that for many years she had been his heart’s home and his mind’s anchor and that fighting to keep her alive was essential to preserving his own soul.
People don't so much believe in God as that they choose not to believe in nothing.
Relationships, it seems to me, are timeless. What works between two people always works; what doesn't is always troublesome. Over time, people learn - or not - how to negotiate what's difficult, but that doesn't mean the misfit has gone away entirely.
New York is a much more bourgeois city, more of a tourist attraction than a muscular metropolis. It's lost moxie and a rough energy, while gaining grace and friendliness. I love both versions of the city, but I wish the prosperous Manhattan would become a little easier for young people to afford.
It's hard to conceive of someone who could work for at least a few hours each day for months and years on the same story without it being close enough to their life experience to fuel their commitment.
Arthur Conan Doyle was entranced by the notion of a brilliant detective who can deduce everything a stranger has been up to from the merest clue, and yet can't have a trusting relationship with his closest friend.
Sadly, for those who are busy sawing off their feet to escape the trap of cliches, every story is chock full of them and sometimes depends on an especially hoary one.
To me, people's lives and loves are entwined with their characters, natures and circumstances. I regard all general advice with skepticism.
Whether you want to entertain or to provoke, to break hearts or reassure them, what you bring to your writing must consist of your longings and disappointments.