{"product_id":"9788490346464","title":"The power of words","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Power of Words\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of stories that evoke the childhood and landscapes of Santa Maria d'Oló, the author's hometown. Through twenty-five short tales, Miracle Sala Farre blends memory with fantasy to narrate episodes lived or imagined through the eyes of a girl growing up in a rural setting. A fascination with language and its ability to unite people, nature, and emotions serves as the common thread throughout these narratives, which are full of tenderness and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book gathers twenty-five short stories that revolve around the author's childhood in the village of Santa Maria d'Oló. Each tale explores everyday episodes, whether lived or imagined, from the perspective of a girl living in a rural environment, surrounded by a large family, close neighbors, and a group of friends. We encounter a dreaming tree frog, a pond full of mystery, the surprise of seeing someone deceased for the first time, Sunday afternoon family gatherings, and many other scenes that paint a world that is both simple and rich. All the stories share a common axis: a fascination with language and its power. Words bridge people and nature, games and farm work, houses and streets, as well as the joy of living and the harsh reality of death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eChildhood and personal memory in a rural setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVillage life and family and neighborhood relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFascination with language and its power of connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBlending of reality and fantasy in memories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe discovery of life and death through a child's eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers who enjoy literature of memories and roots, especially those interested in short stories that evoke rural life and childhood. It is also recommended for those who value the Catalan language as a vehicle for emotional and communal expression. Ideal for those seeking relatable, authentic readings full of tenderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn authentic and emotional look at Catalan rural life from a child's perspective\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTwenty-five short stories that combine memory and fantasy with naturalness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on the power of words to connect people, nature, and emotions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe possibility of rediscovering the simplicity and richness of everyday moments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn intimate and approachable reading experience, perfect for moments of pause\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e SALA FARRE, MIRACLE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cossetània Edicions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catalan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e NOTES DE COLOR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 104\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 228 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of stories that stands out for its ability to evoke childhood and rural life with an authentic and emotional voice. Miracle Sala Farre ensures that every story, short but intense, connects the reader with moments of tenderness, discovery, and reflection. The Catalan language is treated here as a central and cohesive element, making this book a particularly recommended read for those who value literature of roots and personal memory. Ideal for those seeking a slow-paced reading full of meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COSSETÀNIA EDICIONS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405150183771,"sku":"9788490346464","price":11.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849034646.jpg?v=1781824096","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788490346464","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}