{"product_id":"9788415250265","title":"Letters from the Earth","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLetters from the Earth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \"Letters from the Earth,\" Mark Twain offers a satirical and irreverent account that questions the human condition and its relationship with the divine. Through the fictional correspondence of Satan, banished for criticizing the Creator's work, the author explores the contradictions and absurdities of human behavior. This work, published posthumously, is one of Twain's sharpest critiques of institutionalized religion and the hypocritical morality of society, presented with a biting and ironic tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is presented as a collection of letters written by Satan, who, after being expelled from Heaven for questioning divine creation, decides to visit Earth. During his stay, he observes and analyzes the behavior of humanity, focusing on its relationship with religion, morality, and the idea of God. Through his writings, Satan describes with astonishment and sarcasm the human contradictions: religious hypocrisy, cruelty justified in the name of faith, and the inability to live according to the principles they themselves preach. The narrative is a scathing critique of dogma and Victorian morality, presented from the perspective of an external observer who does not understand human logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCritique of institutionalized religiosity and moral hypocrisy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe contradictory nature of human beings and their relationship with good and evil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIrony as a tool to question established dogmas and beliefs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA satirical vision of Victorian society and its values.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is recommended for readers interested in social and religious satire, as well as for followers of Mark Twain's work who wish to discover one of his most critical and irreverent facets. It is ideal for those who appreciate literature that questions established power and social norms with intelligence and black humor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA critical and sharp vision of religion and morality, presented with humor and irony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA profound reflection on the contradictions of human nature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKnowledge of a posthumous and lesser-known work by Mark Twain, which showcases his most transgressive side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA brief but intense read, ideal to enjoy in one sitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twain, Mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kalandraka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e glg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e NARRATIVA K\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 144 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Letters from the Earth\" is a work that stands out for its boldness and critical intelligence. Mark Twain, a master of satire, offers here a text that, despite its brevity, condenses a powerful reflection on religion and morality. The Kalandraka edition, carefully prepared and featuring cover illustration by Marc Taeger, does justice to this literary piece which, although published posthumously, remains fully relevant in its questioning of power structures and beliefs. A recommended read for those looking for a lucid and provocative perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KALANDRAKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53408392872283,"sku":"9788415250265","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841525026.jpg?v=1781862624","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788415250265","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}