I wept like a child. It was not because I was overcome at having survived my ordeal, though I was. Nor was it the presence of my brothers and sisters, though that too was very moving. I was weeping because ....fill in the blank with whatever/whoever helped you survive... had left me so unceremoniously.
Yann MartelWe are all born like Catholics, aren't weโin limbo, without religion, until some figure introduces us to God?
Yann MartelIt is a vast country, so that inspires you. It's also the greatest hotel on earth: It welcomes people from everywhere. It's a good country to write from because in many ways Canada is the world.
Yann MartelI can't live for more than four years outside of Canada. I'm Canadian, so ultimately that is my reference point.
Yann Martel