The Longevous Lines of Pierre Alechinsky
The article reflects on the author’s early encounters with the works of Belgian painter Pierre Alechinsky, influenced by Julio Cortázar's writings about him, and recounts a serendipitous discovery of Alechinsky's art in an antiquarian bookshop.
The phrase of the day, by Julio Cortázar: 'Nothing is lost if you have the courage to proclaim that everything is lost'
The article discusses a famous quote by Argentine writer Julio Cortázar, exploring its significance and context within his literary contributions.
February 12 Anniversaries: What happened on this day?
February 12 marks the 42nd anniversary of the death of Argentine writer Julio Cortázar, along with other significant events.
And there at the back is death
The article reflects on Julio Cortázar's perspective on life and death, using the metaphor of a clock to discuss the passage of time and the inevitability of mortality.
Draft for a Dictionary of Love Here and Now
The article reflects on the concept of love inspired by a quote from Julio Cortázar's 'Rayuela', exploring how perceptions of love have evolved over time.