Description
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Book Summary
A novel that narrates in the first person the surreal experience of Camilo de Ory after being sentenced to 18 months in prison for the content of his jokes. Far from being intimidated, the author turns his confinement in the Soto del Real prison into a lucid and hilarious account. From the inside, connected to the network, he documents daily life in prison, the absurdities of the system, and the unforgettable characters with whom he competes in wit and survival. A chronicle that proves that freedom of expression, even behind bars, can be an act of resistance as shocking as it is amusing.
What is it about?
Following a judicial conviction for his jokes on the internet, which provoked the anger of certain sectors of society and the media, Camilo de Ory enters the Soto del Real prison. There, instead of staying silent, he manages to stay connected and recount his stay in real time. The work is a first-person account that picks apart the inner workings of the prison, the routines, and the unwritten rules of incarceration. But above all, it is a gallery of characters: the inmates with whom he shares his fate, each with their own story and their own "thousand adventures." The author proves that, even when trampled by the system, words and humor remain his best weapon for surviving and telling the truth.
Main Themes
- Freedom of expression and its limits in the digital age.
- Critique of the judicial and prison system from a satirical perspective.
- Humor as a mechanism of resistance and survival in the face of adversity.
- Social hypocrisy and media pressure on public figures.
- Life in prison and the humanity of inmates beyond prejudices.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in non-fiction narrative with a strong autobiographical and satirical component. It is ideal for those seeking a critical and scathing look at contemporary society, the judicial system, and control mechanisms. Also for those who appreciate dark humor, intelligent provocation, and stories of personal resistance. It is not a book for readers looking for a conventional account or a neutral stance on freedom of expression.
What this book offers
- A unique, first-person perspective on prison life from the viewpoint of someone convicted for their speech.
- A deep and amusing reflection on the limits of humor and freedom in today's society.
- A human and demystifying portrait of the characters who inhabit the prison system.
- A brave testimony of how wit and the written word can flourish even in the most adverse conditions.
Technical Specifications
- Author: DE ORY, CAMILO
- Publisher: EDITORIAL PEZ DE PLATA,S.L
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION
- Collection: LA RISA FLOJA
- Publication date: November 2023
- Number of pages: 160
- Weight: 285 g
Editorial Assessment
A work that transcends a mere prison account to become a manifesto in favor of freedom of expression. Camilo de Ory achieves a difficult balance between journalistic chronicle, the most acerbic humor, and social reflection. For its target audience, those who follow the debate on censorship and humor in Spain, this book offers a direct, brave, and uncompromising testimony that will leave no one indifferent. It is highly recommended for anyone who wants to understand the complexity of a case that set a precedent in the relationship between humor and justice.