Description
THE GOLDEN COCKEREL
Book Summary
This work, considered by its author to be a novel, is a key piece in the literary output of Juan Rulfo. This edition, established by the Juan Rulfo Foundation, offers a text refined of previous errors and is presented as a tribute both to the undisputed master of Hispanic American letters and to the novel itself, which gives the publishing house its name. The reader will find a narrative that delves into the author's characteristic themes, presented in a pocket format that facilitates access.
What is it about?
The novel focuses on the story of a fighting cock and its owner, exploring the rural environment and the human passions that revolve around the life of gambling and tradition. Through precise and evocative prose, Rulfo constructs a story that goes beyond the anecdote to investigate the human condition, fatality, and the weight of destiny. The edition includes the first translation into Basque, carried out by P. Onaindía, adding significant documentary and cultural value.
Main Themes
- Fatality and destiny in rural Mexican life.
- Human passions: pride, greed, and obsession.
- The world of gambling and cockfighting as a social microcosm.
- The relationship between man and tradition in a hostile environment.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in classic Hispanic American literature, especially those who admire the work of Juan Rulfo and wish to complete their knowledge of the author. It is also recommended for literary scholars looking for a reliable, annotated edition of one of his lesser-known works, as well as for those who appreciate brief narratives dense with meaning.
What this book offers
- Access to a fundamental novel by Juan Rulfo in an edition corrected and authorized by his foundation.
- An immersion into the author's narrative universe, with his unmistakable style and profound perspective on Mexican reality.
- Added value through the inclusion of the first translation into Basque, relevant for philological and cultural studies.
- A reading that, despite its brevity, offers an intense and reflective literary experience.
Data Sheet
- Author: Juan Rulfo
- Publisher: EL GALLO DE ORO
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Literature and literary studies, Literary studies: general, Modern and contemporary fiction
- Collection: Gallo Verde (Out of collection)
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2018
- Number of pages: 157
- Weight: 235 g
Editorial Assessment
This edition of "The Golden Cockerel" represents a work of textual recovery and refinement that makes it the reference version for the modern reader. The work, although less known than "Pedro Páramo" or "The Burning Plain," contains the essence of Rulfo's style: a precise, atmospheric narrative loaded with symbolism. Its pocket format makes it accessible, while the rigor of the edition makes it essential for any follower of the author or scholar of Mexican literature.