I was able to read a movie before I was able to read a book

My parents were founders of the Cuban Communist Party, and I grew up extremely poor.

For me, literature is a complex game, both mental and concrete, which is acted out in a physical manner on the page.

I first came out against Castro in June 1968, fifteen months after my book had been published, and you cannot imagine how quickly a void was created around me

Cigars must be smoked one at a time, peaceably, with all the leisure in the world. Cigarettes are of the instant, Cigars are for eternity.

I was able to read a movie before I was able to read a book

I do not believe in inspiration, but I must have a title in order to work, otherwise I am lost