{"product_id":"9788416537235","title":"The immortality of dogs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Immortality of Dogs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of stories that explore the profound connection between dogs and humans throughout history and literature. Costas Mavrudis weaves a literary tribute in which canines, from the English setter Hermes to the mastiff in \u003ci\u003eThe Leopard\u003c\/i\u003e, become silent witnesses to life and death. The reader will discover how these animals, unaware of the end, embody a kind of immortality through the memories and stories they leave behind with their owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book brings together a series of independent stories that revolve around the figure of the dog as a companion and symbol. Across different eras and settings, Mavrudis narrates the stories of real and fictional dogs that have marked their owners' lives or have appeared in classic works. From an elderly man's reflection on the immortality of his English setter to the memory of the guard dogs of the Berlin Wall, each story addresses loyalty, abandonment, and memory. The work thus becomes a literary and emotional journey where dogs, unknowingly, transcend time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe symbolic immortality of animals in human memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLoyalty and the emotional bond between dogs and people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe passage of time and the awareness of death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe presence of dogs in classical and contemporary literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAbandonment and resilience in the human-animal relationship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at dog lovers seeking an emotional and reflective read. It is also ideal for readers interested in short fiction and literary stories with a philosophical background, as well as those who enjoy literary homages that connect history, culture, and emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique perspective on the relationship between humans and dogs, far from easy sentimentality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStories that invite reflection on life, death, and memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA journey through universal literature through the canine gaze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn emotionally rich read that connects with the experience of having a dog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Costas Mavrudis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Hoja de Lata Editorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Modern and contemporary fiction, Westerns, Short stories, Dogs as pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Sensibles a las letras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: September 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 208\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 279 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA work that combines sensitivity and erudition, offering the reader a literary experience that transcends mere entertainment. Mavrudis's stories stand out for their ability to move without falling into mawkishness, exploring the relationship with dogs from a perspective that encompasses history, philosophy, and literature. Recommended for those looking for a thoughtful and profound read that celebrates the bond between species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOJA DE LATA EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406721704283,"sku":"9788416537235","price":17.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841653723.jpg?v=1781838972","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788416537235","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}