{"product_id":"9788494696244","title":"Homemade eschatology","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHome-grown Eschatology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn anthology of short stories that combines humor, science fiction, and fantasy to explore absurd and everyday situations with a surreal twist. The author plays with metafiction, genre parody, and social satire through such wacky questions as: what happens if characters rebel against their creator? or can a gift ruin the world? Between apocalyptic chaos and divine dates, the reader will find a space for reflection on topics such as friendship, fanaticism, and love, all seasoned with intelligent and lighthearted humor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book gathers a series of independent stories that start from unusual and hilarious premises. Bandinnelli explores the rebellion of characters against their author, the consequences of a teleporter misused as a weapon for planetary invasion, or the possibility of a world where the Apocalypse is the natural state. The plot slides between the parody of popular culture (with stellar appearances by Cthulhu or Dan Brown) and reflection on the human condition, all wrapped in a light and absurd tone. Despite the apparent chaos, the tales maintain a common thread: the search for meaning in a universe governed by chance and irony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMetafiction and parody of literary creation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAbsurdist humor and satire of popular culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHuman relationships (friendship, love, fanaticism) in extreme contexts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSocial critique through apocalyptic and fantastic scenarios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExploration of identity and free will in a world governed by chaos.\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 looking for a light yet witty read, lovers of intelligent humor, science fiction, and fantasy with an irreverent touch. It is ideal for those who enjoy short stories that defy narrative conventions and are not afraid to laugh at classic genres. It will also be attractive to followers of authors such as Terry Pratchett, Douglas Adams, or the \"black humor\" movement in fantastic literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn agile and entertaining reading experience, perfect for unplugging without giving up reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original and lighthearted take on profound topics such as fanaticism, friendship, or the meaning of existence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA parodic approach that renews the clichés of science fiction and fantasy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe possibility of laughing at oneself and at social conventions through absurd situations.\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 Bandinnelli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Editorial Pez de Plata\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\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern and contemporary fiction, Science fiction, Fantasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Risa Floja\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 December 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 174\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 234 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn anthology that proves that humor and reflection can coexist without discord. Bandinnelli succeeds in constructing stories that, under their apparent lightness, hide a critical and lucid look at contemporary society. Recommended for those looking for an original, surprising, and, above all, fun read, without sacrificing literary quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDITORIAL PEZ DE PLATA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405863543131,"sku":"9788494696244","price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849469624.jpg?v=1781833488","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788494696244","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}