Kucinski, Bernardo

The Past Is an Imperfect Tense

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ISBN 13:: 9781788530873
author:: Kucinski, Bernardo
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Latin America Bureau (Lab)
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 140
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.7 x 1 centimetres (0.1
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Third World Development,
Condition:: New
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The Past Is an Imperfect Tense by Bernardo Kucinski is a poignant exploration of a father-son relationship marked by adoption, drug addiction and racism. The story begins with a loving but intense bond between the two, which gradually unravels as the son becomes increasingly entangled in substance abuse. A complex interplay of factors shapes the narrative, including the adoption that brought them together, the destructive power of drugs, and the pervasive influence of racism. Through his meticulous and subtle storytelling, Kucinski pulls no punches, revealing a story that is both heart-wrenching and thought-provoking. This powerful text confirms Bernardo Kucinski's reputation as a masterful writer, one who tackles difficult subjects with unflinching honesty and nuance.

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