Description
Speed Face
Book Summary
Speed Face is a collection of poems born from the need to find a refuge and a compass in literature. The work captures the intimate pulse of "H" in their struggle for freedom, charting their progress and conquests after each convalescence. Through sincere and evocative verses, the reader will accompany a journey of personal growth where the written word becomes both a balm and a logbook. A book that invites reflection on resilience and the transformative power of poetry.
What is it about?
The poetry collection narrates the journey of a character, "H," in their search for personal freedom. Each poem is a testament to their progress, often described as "giant leaps," which emerge after overcoming periods of convalescence. The work is structured as an emotional logbook where literature acts as a refuge against adversity and as a tool for mapping the path toward autonomy. Through accessible yet profound poetic language, the authors explore the fragility and strength that coexist in the process of healing and self-discovery.
Main themes
- The search for personal freedom as an internal process.
- Literature as a refuge and a tool for emotional healing.
- Overcoming adversity and convalescence.
- Personal growth and significant progress following difficulty.
- Identity and the drive for autonomy.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for young adult and adult readers interested in contemporary poetry with a strong autobiographical and emotional component. It is also suitable for those looking for works that address resilience, the struggle for personal freedom, and the healing power of writing. Ideal for those who value poetry as a means to explore processes of healing and self-knowledge.
What this book offers
- A poetic perspective on the process of personal growth and the conquest of freedom.
- Intimate and evocative language that invites reflection on one's own experience.
- The opportunity to connect with a work that uses literature as a balm and a guide.
- An honest look at the fragility and strength that emerge after adversity.
- A literary testimony that can serve as inspiration for those going through similar processes.
Technical specifications
- Author: HERGUETA, MARIA; TOJO, MARGA
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: POETRY, ANTHOLOGIES, CHILDREN'S AND TEEN ANNUALS, POETRY (CHILDREN'S/YA), CHILDREN'S AND YA FICTION AND TRUE STORIES, CHILDREN'S AND YA: GENERAL NON-FICTION
- Collection: ORIHUELA
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: April 2018
- Number of pages: 48
- Weight: 250 g
Editorial review
Speed Face is a poetic offering that stands out for its emotional honesty and its ability to turn personal experience into a universal story. The work of María Hergueta and Marga Tojo offers a profound look at the struggle for freedom and the role of literature as a refuge. Its careful language and structure as an emotional logbook make it a highly recommended read for those looking for poetry that connects with processes of growth and self-discovery. A title that, without fanfare, succeeds in conveying the strength of great personal milestones.