Books with category 📉 Social Class
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Los Divinos

2018

by Laura Restrepo

Un crimen real que conmovió a una sociedad entera. Un alegato contra el feminicidio, por una de las autoras más importantes en español.

El cuerpo de una niña es encontrado flotando en el agua en lo que parece un ritual. En el fondo de este episodio se encuentra el mundo superficial de unos jóvenes ricos y exitosos que mantienen desde la infancia una hermandad maligna y que contrasta con el de la víctima, pobre, sobreviviente de la violencia de su lugar de origen.

Los divinos es la recreación hecha desde la ficción de un crimen real pero, sobre todo, es la novela más importante de una de las mejores escritoras de Latinoamérica.

Una historia basada en uno de los crímenes más impactantes cometidos en Colombia en los últimos años.

The Republic of False Truths

The Republic of False Truths offers an intense and gripping narrative that takes us into the heart of the Egyptian revolution. This globally-acclaimed novel provides an intimate look at the struggle for freedom in a country under the grip of a repressive regime.

In the bustling streets of Cairo in 2011, tensions mount as a revolution brews. Characters from all walks of life are drawn into the chaos: General Alwany, a high-ranking government official entrenched in the security apparatus, balances his piety and love for his family with his role in torturing state enemies; Asma, a young teacher, fights against the rampant corruption at her school; Ashraf, an unemployed actor, is swept into the heart of Tahrir Square through a fortuitous encounter; and Nourhan, a television personality, staunchly defends those in power.

Their lives intertwine as a new generation raises its voice, love crosses social divides, and the revolution gains momentum. Even as the old regime clings to power, individuals like General Alwany face pivotal moments when their own kin join the protests. Alaa Al Aswany crafts a deeply human portrait of the Egyptian Revolution, offering a compelling and passionate recount of his country's recent history.

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