by Luis Sepúlveda · Maxi-Tusquets · libro de bolsillo · ISBN 9788411071123
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Immerse yourself in the Amazon rainforest with the moving story of Antonio José Bolívar Proaño, a man who finds refuge in love novels to escape the harsh reality that surrounds him. Through his readings, he confronts the stupidity of the outsiders who believe they dominate the jungle and learns to respect the animals and the natives who inhabit it. However, when an enraged beast threatens the tranquility of El Idilio, the old Bolívar Proaño must put aside his novels and demonstrate his courage.
This Maxi-Tusquets edition will transport you to a world of emotions and adventures in the heart of the Amazon, where ancestral wisdom and the power of reading intertwine to offer an unforgettable experience. Discover why this literary long-seller has captivated more than 5,000,000 readers worldwide.
Luis Sepúlveda Calfucura was a Chilean writer and journalist. A communist militant and fervent opponent of Augusto Pinochet's regime, he was imprisoned and tortured by the military dictatorship during the 1970s. Sepúlveda authored numerous poetry books and short stories; in addition to Spanish, his mother tongue, he also spoke English, the language in which he wrote his first novel, El viejo que leía novelas de amor.
