Quote by Juan Goytisolo

When I write now I do not invent situation, characters, or actions, but rather structures and discursive forms, textual groupings which are combined according to secret affinities among themselves, as in architecture or the plastic arts.

When I write now I do not invent situation, characters, or a

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In this quote, the author explains their creative process in writing. Instead of creating imaginary worlds or characters from scratch, they focus on constructing and organizing textual elements. They compare their approach to that of an architect or a sculptor, where they explore the secret connections and harmonies between different textual components. This suggests a more deliberate and strategic method of writing, where the emphasis lies in the composition and arrangement of the text rather than the invention of new narrative elements.

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