Description
SECOND INNOCENCE, THE
Book summary
A story of contrasts between urban hustle and the stillness of rural roots, where a young man seeks to make his way in the city. Through murky paths and unexpected companionships, he manages to build the home he always dreamed of. However, life has surprises in store that will put everything he has achieved to the test. When a new era of upheaval and lack of ethics looms over him, he must face the brink of losing a second innocence at the end of his life. A novel about the price of dreams and the fragility of a second chance.
What is it about?
The work narrates the life trajectory of a young man who leaves his hometown to settle in a bustling city, where he attempts to prosper. His path is marked by risky decisions and unconventional company that lead him along turbulent trails. After years of effort, he achieves the dream of establishing a stable home, but the happiness attained is threatened by the new times ahead. A tumultuous era, devoid of ethical principles, pushes him to the limit, jeopardizing everything he has built and confronting him with the possibility of losing a new innocence in the twilight of his life.
Main themes
- The transition from the rural to the urban world and its challenges.
- The pursuit of prosperity through morally ambiguous paths.
- The dream of building a home and the fragility of the stability achieved.
- The loss of innocence as a vital process and the possibility of a second chance.
- The ethical crisis of modern times and its impact on personal life.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in contemporary fiction that explores personal growth through adversity. Especially suitable for those who enjoy stories that address the contrast between the idealized life and reality, as well as the moral dilemmas that arise when pursuing success. Also for those seeking a narrative that reflects on social changes and their repercussions on the individual.
What this book offers
- A deep reflection on the price of dreams and resilience in the face of adversity.
- A critical look at ethical values in a society in transformation.
- A narrative that connects youthful aspirations with the consequences of maturity.
- The exploration of the concept of "second innocence" as a new way of facing life.
Technical data
- Author: ALIERN, FRANCESCA
- Publisher: Cossetània Edicions
- Language: Catalan
- Topic: Modern and contemporary fiction
- Collection: Notes de color
- Binding: Paperback
- Number of pages: 224
- Weight: 490 g
Editorial review
A novel that combines the chronicle of a life marked by ambition and survival with a reflection on the loss of values in today's society. The author builds a complex character whose life journey invites us to question how far we are willing to go to achieve our dreams. Recommended for those looking for a reading that transcends mere entertainment and offers an honest look at second chances and the price of innocence.