{"product_id":"9788416461387","title":"Aim high","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFlying High\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA novel that explores the complex relationship between art, ideology, and survival in post-war Spain. The reader will accompany Ciriaco Párraga, a talented left-wing photographer who, after suffering persecution and imprisonment, receives a commission to portrait the dictator Franco himself. The work delves into the moral dilemma and restlessness of a man caught between his convictions and the need to survive, all set in 1940s Zaragoza. A story of affection, friendship, and love in times of fear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel is set in Zaragoza in 1940, where Ciriaco Párraga, an excellent portraitist who has suffered persecution for his left-wing ideas, arrives. There, photographer Jalón Ángel takes him in and secures him a very well-paid commission: two portraits of Generalissimo Franco. The plot centers on Ciriaco’s profound internal conflict, as he must decide whether to betray his principles to ensure his survival. The story not only narrates this dilemma but focuses on the unease and fear of the characters, feelings that coexist with affection, friendship, and love, which become a fundamental support in the most difficult moments. Through this journey, the reader discovers the cultural life of the Aragonese capital and its figures, such as Pilar Bayona and José Camón Aznar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe moral dilemma between ideology and survival in a context of repression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe complexity of art and portraiture as a tool of power and resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLife in post-war Spain, marked by fear and persecution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship, affection, and love as a refuge in the face of adversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe figure of the photographer as both witness and participant in history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers interested in historical and contemporary fiction novels that address the moral complexity of the Spanish post-war period. It is ideal for those who enjoy stories with a strong psychological component, focused on characters facing ethical dilemmas in contexts of oppression. It will also be attractive to those who appreciate plots set in Zaragoza and that explore the world of art and photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA profound reflection on the internal struggle between conscience and the need to survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into the cultural and social atmosphere of 1940s Zaragoza, featuring real figures from the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique perspective on portraiture as an act of power and the figure of an artist trapped in contradiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA story of affection and friendship that shows how love can be a mainstay in times of fear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jorge, Sanz Barajas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Xordica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e CARRACHINAS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 429 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA work that stands out for its ability to explore the moral complexity of a character in a tumultuous historical period. The novel not only offers a solid and well-documented plot but also delves into the emotions and internal conflicts of its protagonists, offering a reading that invites reflection. It is a recommended choice for those seeking contemporary fiction with a historical background and a human and sensitive approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XORDICA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407296356699,"sku":"9788416461387","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841646138.jpg?v=1781851905","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788416461387","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}