Title
Tan veloz como el deseo (Spanish Edition),Used
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Product DescriptionLa historia de Jbilo, quien conoci como nadie la discordancia entre el deseo y la palabra.From the Back CoverEs este un hermoso relato ambientado en Mxico, a principios del siglo XX, con posterioridad a la Revolucin Mexicana: la historia de Jbilo, un hombre que naci con el don de la alegra y la capacidad de escuchar los verdaderos sentimientos de las personas no expresados en palabras. Desde pequeo, Jbilo se convierte en el intrprete entre su abuela, de origen maya, y su madre, de origen espaol. A caballo entre dos culturas, sirve de lazo entre esas dos mujeres irreconciliables. Jbilo ha descubierto el poder de las palabras, tan grande como el deseo, y ello determinar que elija convertirse en telegrafista para poder seguir traduciendo e interpretando a su antojo. A travs del relato de su hija Lluvia, que lo acompaa en sus ltimos das, postrado en el lecho y privado de la palabra, descubrimos la historia de Jbilo, quien conoci como nadie la discordancia entre el deseo y la palabra. Todava deber aprender una ltima leccin: despus de todo, el amor sigue viajando a la velocidad del deseo. Encantador ... imposible no conmoverse. ElleAbout the AuthorLaura Esquivel nacio en Mexico en 1950. Antes de dedicarse a la literatura, trabajo en la docencia, fundo un taller de teatro y literatura infantil, y trabajo como guionista de cine. Su primera novela, Como agua para chocolate (1989), obtuvo un exito sin precedentes. Traducida a treinta y cinco idiomas, permanecio mas de un ano en las listas de best sellers del New York Times. La adaptacion cinematografica, con guion de la propia autora, tambien incremento su reconocimiento internacional. Este guion le valio en 1992 los premios Ariel y Silver Hugo (en el 28 Chicago International Film) y en 1993 el premio Houston International Film Festival. En 1992 fue nombrada Mujer del Ano. En 1994 fue galardonada con el prestigioso American Booksellers Book of the Year, siendo el primer escritor extranjero que ha recibido este premio. Laura Esquivel es una autora inquieta que busca nuevos y originales caminos en sus obras, entre las que tambien caben destacar La ley del amor, primera novela multimedia de la historia (1996), intimas suculencias. Tratado filosofico de cocina (1999) y El libro de las emociones (2000), su primera incursion en el ensayo, y sus novelas Tan veloz como el deseo (2001) y Malinche (2006).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Tan veloz como el deseo'? A: The main theme of 'Tan veloz como el deseo' explores the discordance between desire and expression, focusing on the life of Júbilo, who can interpret unspoken feelings across cultural divides.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Tan veloz como el deseo'? A: The author of 'Tan veloz como el deseo' is Laura Esquivel, a renowned Mexican writer known for her unique storytelling that often blends elements of magic realism.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 1, 2003.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Tan veloz como el deseo' comes in hardcover binding, making it durable and suitable for collection.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Tan veloz como el deseo'? A: The book contains a total of 256 pages.
- Q: Is this book new or used? A: This listing is for a used book in good condition, meaning it may show some signs of wear but is still fully readable.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Tan veloz como el deseo'? A: The genre of 'Tan veloz como el deseo' falls under Family Life, with elements that delve into cultural and emotional nuances.
- Q: Can you tell me more about the setting of the book? A: The story is set in Mexico during the early 20th century, shortly after the Mexican Revolution, which greatly influences the cultural backdrop of the narrative.
- Q: What is the significance of Júbilo's character in the story? A: Júbilo is significant as he embodies the struggle between unexpressed desires and the ability to communicate feelings, serving as a bridge between different cultures.
- Q: What makes Laura Esquivel's writing unique? A: Laura Esquivel's writing is unique due to her incorporation of magical realism, her exploration of deep emotional themes, and her ability to weave cultural elements into compelling narratives.