Eduardo Galeano Quotes

A collection of quotes by Eduardo Galeano.

Eduardo Galeano (1940-2015) was a Uruguayan journalist, writer, and historian. He is best known for his book "Open Veins of Latin America: Five Centuries of the Pillage of a Continent" (1971), which became an iconic work in Latin American literature and a significant critique of imperialism. Galeano's writing focused on social and economic injustice, political oppression, and the struggles faced by marginalized communities. His works often blended journalism and fiction, employing poetic prose and compelling storytelling to shed light on the region's history and contemporary issues. Eduardo Galeano remains an influential figure in Latin American literature.

History never really says goodbye. History says, 'See you la

History never really says goodbye. History says, 'See you later.'

Eduardo Galeano


We are all mortal until the first kiss and the second glass

We are all mortal until the first kiss and the second glass of wine.

Eduardo Galeano

Temptation

The walls are the publishers of the poor.

The walls are the publishers of the poor.

Eduardo Galeano

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