Mo Yan Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“No person writes to win awards.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“I think that China has many outstanding authors, and their great works should also be recognised by the world.”

“I know what real courage is, and I understand true compassion.”

“I write about my region, the countryside in which I grew up.”