{"product_id":"9788494686511","title":"The cannibal galaxy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Cannibal Galaxy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously unpublished in Spanish, \"The Cannibal Galaxy\" is one of the major novels by Cynthia Ozick, one of the greatest contemporary American writers. The work tells the story of Joseph Brill, a man who dreamed of attaining the highest level of spirituality and guiding future generations, but whose ambitions are thwarted when he ends up teaching at a mediocre Midwestern school. Through an unexpected revelation, the reader experiences the unusual nature of the best literature, never lacking in humor, in a plot that explores desire, failure, and redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel centers on Joseph Brill, a character who, since childhood, imagined a grandiose destiny as a spiritual guide for generations to come. However, the passage of time and circumstances lead him to a life of thwarted aspirations, becoming a teacher at a mediocre school in the American Midwest. The plot takes a turn when a revelation occurs that transforms his existence, immersing the reader in a narrative where the unusual and humor intertwine to explore the complexities of human desire, the frustration of dreams, and the possibility of a new beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSpiritual ambition and its frustration in daily life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe contrast between youthful dreams and adult reality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRedemption through unexpected revelations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHumor as a central element in high-quality literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdentity and legacy in contemporary American 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 aimed at readers interested in high-quality contemporary literary fiction, especially those who appreciate deep narratives with a touch of humor. It is ideal for those who enjoy stories that explore human failure and the search for meaning, as well as for followers of Cynthia Ozick's work and modern American literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique literary experience that combines the unusual with intelligent humor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA profound reflection on the gap between youthful aspirations and reality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe discovery of a masterpiece previously unpublished in Spanish by a renowned author.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA narrative that invites introspection on desire and redemption.\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 Ozick, Cynthia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mardulce Editora SL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e FICTION\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 July 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 280\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 290 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Cannibal Galaxy\" stands as a fundamental work within Cynthia Ozick's body of work, offering Spanish readers a unique opportunity to access a novel that combines narrative mastery, humor, and a profound exploration of the human condition. Its late publication in our language only underscores the relevance of this author in the contemporary literary landscape, making the book an essential read for those seeking quality fiction with an original and reflective approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MARDULCE EDITORA SL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405586260315,"sku":"9788494686511","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849468651.jpg?v=1781828677","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788494686511","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}