{"product_id":"9788492608140","title":"A big dream","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Great Dream\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA short story of great literary value that transports the reader to the fascinating world of Mayan mythology and astronomy. The work tells the story of a crocodile that aspires to transcend through time and space, even beyond its own existence. Its figure becomes a powerful metaphor for the human species and its desire to grow and leave a mark. With the conviction of being destined for something important, the protagonist embarks on a journey that invites reflection on personal purpose and legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work presents the story of a crocodile that, from its reality in the natural world, harbors a deep longing for transcendence. The protagonist feels the certainty of being destined for something great, although it does not know the path to achieve it. Through its journey, the story explores the connection between Mayan mythology and astronomical observation, weaving a bridge between the earth and the cosmos. The narrative, winner of the II Compostela International Prize, uses the figure of the crocodile as a mirror of the human condition, showing the internal struggle between finitude and the desire for permanence, as well as the search for a purpose that transcends individual existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTranscendence and personal legacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMayan mythology and ancestral worldview\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAstronomy and connection to the universe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMetaphor for the human condition and its desire for self-improvement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSearch for individual purpose and destiny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at children and young readers interested in stories with symbolic depth, as well as adults who appreciate literature that combines mythology, philosophy, and visual poetry. It is especially recommended for those who enjoy stories that invite reflection on the meaning of life and the desire to leave a mark on the world. It is also attractive to educators and mediators looking for works that stimulate critical thinking and imagination in young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA literary experience that fuses narrative with mythological and astronomical elements, enriching the reader's cultural knowledge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep reflection on transcendence and existential purpose, presented in a way that is accessible to children and young people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA visual and poetic metaphor that invites questioning one's own place in the world and the legacy one wishes to leave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA text that is brief but dense in meaning, ideal for fostering reading comprehension and dialogue in the family or the classroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn award-winning work that offers recognized literary quality, stimulating a taste for quality authorship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Ugalde, Felipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Kalandraka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Children's, young adult and educational; illustrated books; picture books; poetry, anthologies, yearbooks for children and adolescents; fiction and true stories for children and young adults; children's and young adult: general non-fiction; children's and young adult reference material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Not in collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: October 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 36\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 402 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Great Dream stands out for its ability to condense a universal reflection on human ambition and the desire for eternity into just a few pages. The work, recognized with the II Compostela International Prize, offers an original approach by intertwining Mayan mythology with astronomy, creating a story that functions both as a fable for children and an allegory for adults. Its value lies in the power of its metaphor and in the beauty of its premise, which invites readers of all ages to ask themselves about their own path and the mark they wish to leave.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KALANDRAKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53408414237019,"sku":"9788492608140","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849260814.jpg?v=1781862985","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788492608140","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}