by Patricia Highsmith · Editorial Anagrama · tapa dura · ISBN 9788433969668
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Pájaros a punto de volar (Birds About to Fly) is a collection of fourteen stories by acclaimed author Patricia Highsmith, published posthumously. These narratives explore themes of loneliness, fear, and the complexities of human relationships in urban settings. The characters, often marginalized or maladjusted, confront their own internal demons and the pressures of society, revealing Highsmith's mastery in creating unsettling atmospheres and unforgettable characters.
Patricia Highsmith was an American novelist and short story writer widely known for her psychological thrillers, including her series of five novels featuring the character Tom Ripley. She wrote 22 novels and numerous short stories in a career spanning nearly five decades, and her work has led to more than two dozen film adaptations. Her writing was influenced by existentialist literature and questioned notions of identity and popular morality. She was dubbed "the poet of apprehension" by novelist Graham Greene.
