The Lost Steps by Alejo Carpentier
The novel tells the story of a disillusioned American musicologist who leaves his life in New York City to embark on a journey to an untouched, primitive part of the Amazon jungle in South America. He is in search of ancient musical instruments. Along the way, he experiences a spiritual and philosophical transformation as he reconnects with nature and the primal roots of humanity. He also falls in love with a native woman, further deepening his connection to the land and its people.
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- Published
- 1953
- Nationality
- Cuban
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Spanish
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- Alternate Titles
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- I Passi Perduti
- I passi perduti
- Los pasos perdidos
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