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Daniel Sada

Born

in Mexicali, BC, Mexico

February 25, 1953

Died

November 18, 2011

Genre

Fiction, Poetry

Influences

Juan Rulfo, Miguel de Cervantes, Carlo Emilio Gadda, José Lezama Lima, ...more

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Daniel Sada was a Mexican poet journalist and author whose work has being hailed as one of the most important contrubutions to the Spanish language.

He was a master of language and one of Mexico's most unique literary voices. His work is characterized by its dense, rhythmic prose and an inventive use of language that pushes the boundaries of traditional narrative forms. Sada's novels and short stories often explore the lives of ordinary people in rural Mexico, but he does so in a way that is anything but ordinary. His writing is filled with linguistic experimentation, blending formal and colloquial speech in ways that are both challenging and deeply rewarding.

One of Sada's most acclaimed works, *Almost Never* (*Casi Nunca*), is a testament t Daniel Sada was a Mexican poet journalist and author whose work has being hailed as one of the most important contrubutions to the Spanish language.

He was a master of language and one of Mexico's most unique literary voices. His work is characterized by its dense, rhythmic prose and an inventive use of language that pushes the boundaries of traditional narrative forms. Sada's novels and short stories often explore the lives of ordinary people in rural Mexico, but he does so in a way that is anything but ordinary. His writing is filled with linguistic experimentation, blending formal and colloquial speech in ways that are both challenging and deeply rewarding.

One of Sada's most acclaimed works, *Almost Never* (*Casi Nunca*), is a testament to his distinctive style. The novel, set in post-revolutionary Mexico, follows the life of a man torn between duty and desire. Sada's use of language here is mesmerizing; his sentences twist and turn, mirroring the protagonist's inner turmoil. The narrative is both richly detailed and relentlessly paced, making for a reading experience that is as intense as it is immersive.

Another remarkable aspect of Sada's work is his ability to capture the rhythms and cadences of rural Mexican life. His characters speak in a language that feels authentic and true to their world, yet Sada elevates this speech to a poetic level. This is particularly evident in his short story collections, where he paints vivid portraits of life in the Mexican hinterlands with an economy of words that is truly remarkable.

Despite his considerable talent, Sada remains a somewhat underappreciated figure outside of Latin America. His work demands a level of attention and engagement that can be daunting, but for those willing to dive into his complex prose, the rewards are immense. Sada's contribution to Mexican literature is undeniable, and his works continue to influence contemporary writers. He is a literary figure whose work deserves greater recognition, both in Mexico and beyond. ...more

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	Almost Never by Daniel Sada, Katherine Silver (Translator) 3.70 avg rating — 536 ratings — published 2008 — 14 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	One Out of Two 3.32 avg rating — 499 ratings — published 1994 — 17 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Porque parece mentira la verdad nunca se sabe 4.14 avg rating — 91 ratings — published 1999 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	El lenguaje del juego 3.90 avg rating — 84 ratings — published 2012 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Ese modo que colma 3.70 avg rating — 83 ratings — published 2010 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Albedrío 3.58 avg rating — 55 ratings — published 2001 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A la vista 3.48 avg rating — 31 ratings — published 2011 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	El aprovechado 4.07 avg rating — 14 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Ritmo Delta 3.13 avg rating — 16 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	El Temple deslumbrante 4.20 avg rating — 10 ratings — published 2015 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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“Pobre mágico, pobre país sumergido en un inexorable hoyo negro.”
― Daniel Sada, El lenguaje del juego

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“Antes una aclaración: no hay en este mundo infame comedia que dure tanto ni se enturbie ni se aguante si no hay —cual debe ser— humoradas transgresoras y un sinnúmero de equívocos que vayan de lo ridículo a la sofisticación. En aras de que se cumpla la comedia tal cual es, es mejor apresurar las acciones como sea y ponerle como sea un falso final feliz.”
― Daniel Sada, Porque parece mentira la verdad nunca se sabe

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“Quien se meta al negocio de la droga bien habrá de saber que en pocos años alcanzará la paz más apacible.”
― Daniel Sada, El lenguaje del juego

tags: el-lenguage-del-juego, narco

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