{"product_id":"9788418654565","title":"A mulatto in the Alpujarra","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Mulatto in the Alpujarra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA historical fiction novel that narrates the life of a mulatto man originally from the former Spanish colony of Equatorial Guinea, who is forced to leave his homeland after the Declaration of Independence. Settling in the fictional village of Alheira, in the Alpujarra of Granada, the protagonist finds in the local landscape and people the perfect refuge to dedicate himself to his great passion: writing. However, upon being stripped of an important literary award because of the color of his skin, his character transforms, giving way to a vengeful and unscrupulous personality that will shape his destiny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is set in the second half of the 20th century, combining personal drama with the historical context of African decolonization. The protagonist, a cultured mulatto man with a passion for literature, leaves Equatorial Guinea after the country's independence and settles in a small town in the Alpujarra of Granada, a setting of contrasts between natural beauty and the harshness of rural life. There, his dream of being a writer seems to come true until he suffers an injustice that marks him deeply: he is robbed of a major literary award due to the color of his skin. This event triggers a metamorphosis in his personality, leading him to plan a revenge that distances him from his principles and turns him into a manipulative and unscrupulous individual. The novel explores how resentment can corrupt even the noblest passions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRacism and discrimination in the literary and social sphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe consequences of decolonization and the African diaspora.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe transformation of personal identity in the face of injustice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRevenge as a driver of human behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe contrast between urban and rural life in the Alpujarra.\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 fiction with a social background, especially those looking for stories about the experience of the African diaspora in Spain. It is also suitable for those who enjoy character-driven novels with a strong psychological component, where the protagonist evolves in a complex and sometimes disturbing way. Likewise, it may appeal to those who appreciate detailed rural settings, such as that of the Alpujarra of Granada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique perspective on post-colonial immigration from the voice of a mulatto protagonist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on how discrimination can corrupt a person's morals and dreams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA rich and evocative setting of the Alpujarra, which becomes another character in the story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA plot that combines personal drama with the historical context of the second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Garzón del Peral, José\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: HISTORICAL FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: PUNTO ROJO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: April 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 206\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 293 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA novel that crudely addresses racism and revenge from a perspective rarely seen in Spanish historical fiction. The author manages to build a complex and morally ambiguous protagonist, whose evolution is disturbing yet plausible. The setting in the Alpujarra provides a visual and emotional backdrop that enriches the plot. Recommended for those looking for a read that combines social criticism with intense psychological drama.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406891770203,"sku":"9788418654565","price":15.14,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841865456.jpg?v=1781843243","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418654565","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}