{"product_id":"9788417594763","title":"DRINK FOR YOUNG LADIES. CARIBBEAN CHRONICLES LADEN WITH RUM","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDRINK FOR LADIES. CARIBBEAN CHRONICLES LADEN WITH RUM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA literary journey through the Caribbean that moves away from the tourist cliché to delve into the true essence of the Antilles. Arantza Pradanos travels through Spanish, English, French, and Dutch-speaking islands following the trail of rum, an identity-defining drink distilled with history and legend. From old sugar plantations to hidden bars, the author unveils the scars of slavery, the echoes of pirates and sailors, and the complex reality of a region where paradise coexists with decay. A vibrant narrative that combines travel chronicle, history, and adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a travel chronicle of the Caribbean, but not the one of postcards and resorts, rather the one discovered with a backpack on your shoulders and rum as your guide. The author travels through various Antillean islands to explore the past and present of the region through its most emblematic drink. The trail of sugarcane leads to ancient plantations and distilleries, where the mark of slavery is still palpable. Along the way, she encounters historical figures such as Horatio Nelson, literary references from Treasure Island and Moby Dick, and tales of cannibals and pirates. The work alternates between observation of the landscape, interaction with the locals, and reflection on Caribbean identity, all narrated with a direct style full of nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRum as a connecting thread of Caribbean history and culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe footprint of slavery and colonialism in the Antilles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe contrast between the tourist Caribbean and the social reality of the islands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTravel literature as a tool for discovery and reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe mix of cultures and languages in the Caribbean archipelago.\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 curious travelers who seek to go beyond tourist guides, at readers interested in the history of the Caribbean and its colonial legacy, and at lovers of literary journalism that combines adventure, culture, and a personal point of view. It will also be attractive to those who enjoy narratives that explore the identity of a territory through its traditions and gastronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn authentic perspective, far from clichés about the Caribbean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA historical tour that connects the colonial past with the current reality of the islands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into the culture of rum, from its production to its social significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA vivid narrative that transports the reader to the landscapes, sounds, and flavors of the region.\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 Pradanos, Arantza\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Linea del Horizonte\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, Travel literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuera de si contemporáneos\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 June 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink for Ladies is an original proposal within travel literature, which uses an everyday element like rum to unravel the historical and cultural layers of the Caribbean. The author achieves a balance between personal chronicle and documentary rigor, offering an enjoyable yet substantial read. Recommended for those looking for a critical and passionate look at an often-idealized region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LA LINEA DEL HORIZONTE EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405829824859,"sku":"9788417594763","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841759476.jpg?v=1781832702","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417594763","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}