Description
NERO NERO NAS
Book Summary
Nero nero nas is a letter to a son in verse form, a poetic journey that explores motherhood from gestation through to growing up. The poet Maria Rosa Arrazola unfolds an intimate and universal voice to speak of the fears, insecurities, and hopes that accompany the bond between mother and child. With a tone that combines tenderness, humor, and depth, this work offers the reader a moving and authentic experience, enriched by the son's own drawings that dialogue with the poems.
What is it about?
The poetry collection is structured as a poetic conversation between a mother and her son, where the verses address everything from the uncertainty of pregnancy to the challenges of growing up. Each poem is a fragment of life that exposes shared vulnerabilities: the illnesses that frighten, the questions that find no answer, and the longings that sustain day-to-day life. The work travels along a path of hope, showing how maternal love becomes an unbreakable refuge. The drawings that accompany the texts are not mere illustrations, but visual extensions of the words, creating an artistic dialogue that reinforces the emotional connection between mother and son.
Main Themes
- Motherhood as an intimate and transformative experience.
- The mother-child bond and its evolution over time.
- Fears and insecurities regarding growth and illness.
- Hope as a driving force in raising a child.
- The dialogue between poetry and illustration as a joint artistic expression.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in contemporary intimate poetry, especially mothers and fathers looking for a work that reflects the complex emotions of raising a child. It is also suitable for those who appreciate literary offerings that integrate text and illustration, as well as for those who wish to explore poetry in Catalan with an authentic and accessible voice.
What this book contributes
- A poetic and sincere perspective on motherhood, far from idealizations.
- Verses that connect with the universal emotions of love and vulnerability.
- A reading experience enriched by the son's original illustrations.
- A tone that balances tenderness with touches of humor, making the reading accessible and moving.
- A reflection on hope and resilience in the process of growing up together.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Maria Rosa Arrazola
- Publisher: Cosset·nia
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Individual poetry
- Collection: Quorum Llibres
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: June 2016
- Number of pages: 56
- Weight: 123 g
Editorial Review
Nero nero nas is a poetic offering that stands out for its emotional honesty and its ability to address motherhood from a universal perspective. The combination of verses and illustrations creates a harmonious whole that invites reflection and intimate connection with the reader. It is a work recommended for those who seek contemporary poetry in Catalan with a personal and authentic focus, ideal for gifting or for enjoying in a slow and moving read.