{"product_id":"9788490073926","title":"CHINESE CUISINE IN CUBA. FAMILY COOKBOOK","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume gathers a selection of articles and essays by Pablo de la Torriente Brau, offering a panoramic view of his intellectual acuity and his commitment to the culture and politics of his time. The reader will find everything from literary vindications, such as the defense of Emilio Salgari, to reflections on music, visual art, and social reality, all narrated with a vehement and insightful style. Prose is a gateway to the critical thought of one of the most relevant Cuban writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProse is a collection of texts that spans a wide thematic diversity, combining literary criticism, cultural reflection, and political analysis. The work begins with a vindication of popular literature through the figure of Emilio Salgari, then explores the collision between heroic ideals and modernity in \"The Cid in New York.\" The author also pays tribute to music and artists who transcend borders, as seen in the texts dedicated to violinists and American music. Likewise, the work includes pieces on visual art, the figure of Edgar Allan Poe, and narratives of cultural displacement such as \"Peasants in New York.\" Finally, the volume delves into social and political concerns and concludes with fictional stories that reflect the reality of his time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVindication of popular literature and the figure of Emilio Salgari.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCultural and political criticism of contemporary society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of the artist and intellectual commitment to their time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMusic as a reflection of society and a fusion of cultures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCultural displacement and the confrontation of realities between Cuba and New York.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReflection on social justice and representation in society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is recommended for readers interested in essay literature and cultural criticism, as well as for those who wish to know the thinking of Pablo de la Torriente Brau, a key figure of the Cuban intelligentsia. It will also be of great interest to scholars of 20th-century Hispanic American history and literature, and to those who appreciate prose that is sharp and committed to its social and political context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep and diverse vision of the critical thinking of an essential Cuban author.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn incisive analysis of the culture, politics, and society of his time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal reflections on popular literature, music, and visual art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNarratives that connect the Cuban reality with the international context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA sample of the stylistic versatility of Pablo de la Torriente Brau, from the essay to the story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: de la Torriente Brau, Pablo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Linkgua Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: CLASSIC TEXTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: HISTORY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: April 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 100 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProse is a work that stands out for its ability to address a wide range of topics with sharpness and vehemence, from literary vindication to political analysis. The collection offers the reader a unique opportunity to delve into the thought of Pablo de la Torriente Brau, a committed and highly versatile intellectual. His direct style and critical gaze make this volume a valuable read for those seeking to understand the cultural and social dynamics of the first half of the 20th century from a Latin American perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406278353243,"sku":"9788490073926","price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849007392.jpg?v=1781835585","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788490073926","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}