Description
FAMILY ALBUM
Book Summary
A poetic work that celebrates the ethnic and human diversity of any large city through the portraits of its protagonists. With an evocative style and free verse of harmonious cadence, Alejandro Pedregosa weaves a mosaic of yearnings, tasks, longings, and dreams. This book invites the reader to discover the beauty of the everyday and the richness contributed by different cultures, offering a suggestive and profoundly human literary experience.
What is it about?
“Family Album” is a collection of poems that builds a choral portrait of contemporary urban life. Through a series of lyrical vignettes, the author gives voice to characters of diverse origins and cultures who share the same space: the city. Each poem becomes a snapshot that captures their hopes, their routines, the nostalgia for the land left behind, and the dreams that drive them forward. The work, winner of the XIII Orihuela Prize, is characterized by its polyhedral yet unitary structure, where light and sometimes dreamlike images intertwine to form a coherent and moving whole about the shared human experience.
Main themes
- Cultural and ethnic diversity in the urban environment.
- Migration and nostalgia for the home left behind.
- Personal dreams, yearnings, and aspirations.
- Everyday life as a source of poetry and meaning.
- Individual and collective identity in today's society.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at young readers and adults interested in contemporary poetry that addresses social issues with sensitivity. It is especially suitable for those looking for a work that reflects the multicultural reality of large cities, as well as for those who appreciate evocative lyricism and narratives built from fragments of life. It will also be of interest to reading promoters, educators, and anyone who wants a tool to explore diversity and empathy through literature.
What this book offers
- A poetic and empathetic look at human diversity that fosters intercultural understanding.
- A sensory and evocative reading experience thanks to its lyrical language and dreamlike images.
- A reflection on identity, belonging, and the ties that bind us as a community.
- An award-winning work that represents an established literary value within contemporary children's and young adult poetry.
Technical specifications
- Author: Alejandro Pedregosa
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Children's and young adult fiction and true stories
- Collection: Orihuela
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: March 2021
- Number of pages: 56
- Weight: 320 g
Editorial review
“Family Album” stands out for its ability to address the complexity of urban diversity from an accessible and profoundly human poetic perspective. Alejandro Pedregosa's work, recognized with the XIII Orihuela Prize, achieves a balance between lyrical suggestion and a clear narrative structure, making it a solid proposal for both young and adult readers. Its focus on the everyday and shared dreams offers an excellent starting point for reflection and dialogue, making this book a valuable addition to any library interested in social and contemporary poetry.