An Orphan World by Giuseppe Caputo
In this evocative novel, a father and son navigate the margins of a Latin American city, living in poverty and facing the dual threats of violence and social discrimination. Their bond is a source of strength and resilience as they confront the challenges of their precarious existence. The son, through a series of lyrical and poignant vignettes, explores his sexuality and seeks connection in a world that is often hostile to his desires. The narrative weaves a tapestry of love, loss, and longing, painting a portrait of a relationship that defies the darkness of their circumstances with moments of beauty and tenderness.
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- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- Colombian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 218
- Original Language
- Spanish
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- 15 Essential Colombian Novels You Should Read (Juan Cardenas and Margarita García Robayo)