{"product_id":"9788497912679","title":"Instant Soup and Other Stories","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInstant Soup and Other Stories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work gathers the winning story of the 10th Tinet Internet Short Story Prize (Ciutat de Tarragona Literary Prizes 2006) and a careful selection of the best stories submitted to the competition. The reader will find a set of short pieces that offer a representative sample of contemporary short fiction in the Catalan language, with diverse voices and varied styles. The main value of the anthology lies in its ability to offer a rich and fragmented reading experience, ideal for those looking to discover new literary talents and enjoy intense and evocative stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe volume collects fifteen stories by various authors, selected from the participants of the tenth edition of the Tinet Prize. The narratives address different themes and registers, from everyday life to fantasy, including psychological introspection and social criticism. Each story is an autonomous piece that invites reflection and the discovery of new narrative styles. The variety of voices (Dora S. Farnós, Ramon Herrero, Jordi Boladeras, Júlia Costa, Diana Roig, Marta Mora, Imma Cisa, Montserrat Gil, Josefa Bellver, Francisco Rojas, Clara Prat, Gerard Elies, Maria Rosa Martí, Laia Pajuelo, and Joan Adell) guarantees a dynamic and surprising read, where each story offers a unique perspective on the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eContemporary Catalan short fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLiterary prize anthology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDiversity of styles and narrative voices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExploration of the human condition through the short story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCompetition literature and new literary promises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is recommended for readers interested in short fiction in Catalan, especially those who enjoy short story collections that allow for the discovery of new authors. It is also ideal for those who follow the Ciutat de Tarragona Literary Prizes and want to know the winning and finalist works. Due to its length and variety, it is perfect for brief and fragmented reading sessions, both for literature enthusiasts and students seeking a representative sample of current narrative creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a curated selection of the best stories from a consolidated literary prize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOpportunity to discover fifteen different voices in contemporary Catalan fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBrief and autonomous readings, ideal for fragmented reading moments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA panoramic view of the trends and themes of the current short story in the Catalan language.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: VARIOUS AUTHORS\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: STORIES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: NARRATIVE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: March 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 112\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 185 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis anthology offers a representative sample of Catalan short fiction through a benchmark literary competition. The selection of stories guarantees a varied and stimulating read, ideal for those who want to discover new talents and enjoy quality short stories. Despite the diversity of authors, the collection maintains a homogeneous level that makes the work a recommend able option for followers of the genre and curious readers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EUMO EDITORIAL SAU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405158539611,"sku":"9788497912679","price":10.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849791267.jpg?v=1781824280","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788497912679","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}