{"product_id":"9788427901230","title":"My Family and Other Endangered Species","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMy Family and Other Endangered Species\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhineas William Walsh, a nine-year-old boy with a precocious intelligence and a somewhat repellent character, is convinced that he is always right. However, his world of certainties wobbles when his family faces an unexpected crisis. Through his logical and disconcerting gaze, this novel explores with humor and sensitivity the chaos of family life, the fragility of human relationships, and the discovery that some things cannot be explained with data. A moving work that invites reflection on what is truly worth preserving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story follows Phineas, a child prodigy who organizes his life around verifiable facts and impeccable reasoning. His family, whom he considers an endangered species due to their illogical and emotional behaviors, is shaken by an event that tests all his certainties. As he tries to apply his childlike logic to adult problems, Phineas discovers that love, loss, and human connection do not fit into any manual. The novel combines the unique voice of its protagonist with a plot that balances humor, tenderness, and reflection on how to face inevitable changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe family crisis and its impact on childhood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe contrast between childlike logic and the emotional complexity of adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe loss of innocence and the maturation process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIntergenerational relationships and the fragility of emotional bonds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe search for certainty in an unpredictable world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at young and adult readers who enjoy novels with insightful child protagonists and narratives loaded with irony and sensitivity. It is ideal for those looking for stories that address family issues from an original perspective, with a tone that oscillates between the comical and the moving. It will also be attractive to those interested in literature that explores child psychology and contemporary family dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA fresh and fun vision of family complexities through the eyes of an exceptional child.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep reflection on how to face loss and change from innocence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMemorable characters and dialogues that combine intelligence and emotion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn agile read that invites one to question the rigidity of absolute certainties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA story that connects with readers of different ages due to its thematic universality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Gunn, Carla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Noguer Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, GENERAL FICTION (CHILDREN'S\/YOUNG ADULT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: BACKLIST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: February 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 288\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 450 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy Family and Other Endangered Species stands out for its ability to address universal themes from an original and unconventional perspective. The voice of Phineas, a boy who tries to organize emotional chaos with logical reasoning, offers a narrative counterpoint that is both fun and deeply human. The novel manages to balance humor with moments of great sensitivity, making it a recommended read for both young people and adults who appreciate an intelligent and emotional look at family and loss.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NOGUER EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53410006958427,"sku":"9788427901230","price":14.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978842790123.jpg?v=1781900122","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788427901230","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}