Carlos Fuentes
Old Gringo : a Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9780374530525
- author:
- Carlos Fuentes
- format:
- Trade Paperback
- publisher:
- Farrar, Straus & Giroux
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 208
- Genre:
- General Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Old Gringo: A Novel by Carlos Fuentes This novel tells the story of Ambrose Bierce's final days in Mexico, where he lived among Pancho Villa's soldiers. The author weaves together the lives of two men from different countries, exploring the complexities of their cultures and the tragic consequences that follow. As the boundaries between nations blur, the past and present collide, leading to a devastating confrontation. Fuentes masterfully crafts a narrative that delves into the heart of Mexico's tumultuous history, revealing the intricate relationships between its people and the American writer who found himself at the center of it all. Through Bierce's story, Fuentes sheds light on the complexities of cultural identity and the enduring power of human connection.
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