Alejandro Zambra
Ways of Going Home
- ISBN 13:
- 9781847086273
- author:
- Alejandro Zambra
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Granta
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.1 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ways of Going Home begins with an earthquake, seen through the eyes of a young boy living in a middle-class housing development. As he watches his neighbors camp out overnight, he catches a glimpse of Claudia, an older girl who asks him to spy on her uncle Raul. Years later, the same boy becomes the writer of a novel that mirrors his own life. His reflections on the story and its protagonist expose the blurred lines between fiction and reality. The author's exploration of politics and family dynamics is raw and honest, offering a unique glimpse into the complexities of growing up in a changing world. Through this dual narrative, Alejandro Zambra explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the power of storytelling to shape our understanding of ourselves and those around us.
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