Slimani, Leïla

El país de los otros

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ISBN 13:
9788412175356
author:
Slimani, Leïla
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Editorial Cabaret Voltaire
language:
Spanish
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
78
Dimensions:
13 x 13 centimetres
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£26.07

Description

Set against the backdrop of Morocco's tumultuous post-war period, El país de los otros tells the story of Mathilde, an Alsacian woman who falls in love with Amín Belhach, a Moroccan soldier fighting for France. After their marriage, they settle in Meknés, a city in the French Protectorate, where Mathilde struggles to adapt to the harsh environment and her husband's expectations.

The novel explores the complex relationships between the colonizers, the local population, and the women who navigate these power dynamics. Against the backdrop of rising tensions and violence, which ultimately led to Morocco's independence in 1956, Mathilde must confront her own identity and the challenges of building a life in a foreign land.

This powerful novel delves into themes of identity, culture shock, and the struggles of women in patriarchal societies. With its rich historical context and nuanced characters, El país de los otros is a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be an outsider in a new world.

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