{"product_id":"9788497910262","title":"Neither Dead nor Alive and Other Stories","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNeither Dead nor Alive and Other Narratives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume brings together three short stories distinguished in the 2nd Mn. Romà Comamala Short Narrative Prize. The reader will find a collection of tales that explore different registers and narrative voices, offering a representative sample of the literary quality of the participating authors. A work that invites readers to discover new perspectives within the genre of contemporary short stories in the Catalan language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book collects the winning narrative of the contest, by Joan F. Dalmau i Llagostera, along with two narratives that received special mentions from the jury: one by Joan R. Gironès i Manich and another by Remei Romanos i Madriles. Each story offers its own narrative universe, with diverse styles and themes ranging from introspection to everyday life, including reflections on the human condition. The selection reflects the prize's aim to promote quality literary creation in the field of short narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eContemporary short narrative in Catalan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe diversity of styles and narrative voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIntrospection and reflection on the human experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday life as a source of fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRecognition of new literary talent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for readers interested in contemporary Catalan literature, especially those who appreciate the short story and short narrative genre. It is also recommended reading for those who wish to discover emerging authors and works awarded in literary contests. Perfect for anyone looking for agile, high-quality reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of quality stories distinguished by a specialized jury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to get to know three different narrative voices within a single volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA sample of the vitality of short narrative in Catalan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVaried and enriching reading in a manageable format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: VARIOUS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Eumo Editorial SAU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: SHORT STORIES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: NARRATIVE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDate of publication: April 2004\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 152\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 251 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither Dead nor Alive and Other Narratives is a work that fulfills its purpose of showcasing emerging talent in the field of short narrative. The selection of stories, backed by a competition jury, guarantees a uniform and high-quality literary level. For readers interested in current Catalan literature, this volume represents a window open to the diversity of approaches and styles that coexist within the genre, offering a varied and stimulating reading experience in a pocket-sized format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUMO EDITORIAL SAU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405158670683,"sku":"9788497910262","price":9.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849791026.jpg?v=1781824286","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788497910262","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}