Juan Cárdenas
Juan Cárdenas is a Colombian author, translator, and visual artist known for his contributions to contemporary literature. His works often explore themes of identity, culture, and social issues. Cárdenas has received critical acclaim for his novels and has been recognized as a significant voice in Latin American fiction.
Books
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1. Los Estratos
"Los Estratos" is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of social stratification and personal identity in contemporary Colombia. Through the eyes of its protagonist, a middle-aged man undergoing an existential crisis, the narrative explores themes of class, race, and the search for meaning in a society marked by deep inequalities and historical scars. As he navigates a series of encounters with various individuals from different social layers, the protagonist's introspective journey reveals the fragmented nature of human experience and the elusive quest for self-understanding within the stratified landscape of modern life.
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