Juan Montalvo Quotes
A collection of quotes by Juan Montalvo.
Juan Montalvo was an Ecuadorian writer and political essayist who lived from 1832 to 1889. He is considered one of Ecuador's most important literary figures and a leading intellectual of his time. Popularly known as "El Gran Montalvo," he heavily criticized corruption and authoritarianism through his writings, advocating for social justice and democratic ideals. His most renowned work, "CapÃtulos que se le olvidaron a Cervantes" (Chapters Cervantes Forgot), is a critical analysis of Cervantes' Don Quixote and remains a significant contribution to the field of literary criticism. Montalvo's writings reflect his strong political and social commitments, making him a key figure in Ecuadorian literature and history.
