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The book of the popular movie STARRING GAEL GARCIA BERNALNOW A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe young Che Guevaras lively and highly entertaining travel diary, now a popular movie and a New York Times bestseller. This new, expanded edition features exclusive, unpublished photos taken by the 23yearold Ernesto on his journey across a continent, and a tender preface by Aleida Guevara, offering an insightful perspective on the man and the icon.A journey, a number of journeys. Ernesto Guevara in search of adventure, Ernesto Guevara in search of America, Ernesto Guevara in search of Che. On this journey of journeys, solitude found solidarity, I turned into we. Eduardo GaleanoWhen I read these notes for the first time, I was quite young myself and I immediately identified with this man who narrated his adventures in such a spontaneous manner To tell you the truth, the more I read, the more I was in love with the boy my father had been Aleida GuevaraOur film is about a young man, Che, falling in love with a continent and finding his place in it. Walter Salles, director of The Motorcycle Diaries.As his journey progresses, Guevaras voice seems to deepen, to darken, colored by what he witnesses in his travels. He is still poetic, but now he comments on what he sees, though still poetically, with a new awareness of the social and political ramifications of whats going on around him.January MagazineAlso available in Spanish: DIARIOS DE MOTOCICLETA (9781920888114)Features of this edition include: A preface by Che Guevaras daughter Aleida Introduction by Cintio Vintier, wellknown Latin American poet Photos & maps from the original journey Postcript: Ches personal reflections on his formative years: A child of my environment.Published in association with the Che Guevara Studies Center, Havana
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- Q: What is 'The Motorcycle Diaries' about? A: 'The Motorcycle Diaries' is a travel diary written by a young Ernesto Che Guevara, chronicling his journey across Latin America. It offers insights into his adventures and the social and political landscapes he encountered.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Motorcycle Diaries'? A: The author of 'The Motorcycle Diaries' is Ernesto Che Guevara, a prominent figure in Latin American history and revolutionary movements.
- Q: What are the key features of this edition? A: This edition features a preface by Aleida Guevara, an introduction by Cintio Vintier, exclusive photos from Guevara's journey, maps, and a postscript with Che's personal reflections.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Motorcycle Diaries' have? A: 'The Motorcycle Diaries' has a total of 175 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Motorcycle Diaries' published? A: 'The Motorcycle Diaries' was published on August 1, 2003.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: While 'The Motorcycle Diaries' is written in an accessible style, it addresses complex themes about society and politics, making it suitable for older children and young adults.
- Q: Are there any notable quotes from the book? A: Yes, the book includes several poignant reflections, such as Guevara's insights on adventure and solidarity, and offers a glimpse into his evolving thoughts throughout the journey.
- Q: Is there a Spanish edition available? A: Yes, there is a Spanish edition titled 'Diarios de Motocicleta' with the ISBN 978-1-920888-11-4.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style? A: Readers can expect a lively and engaging writing style, capturing Guevara's spontaneity and poetic observations as he reflects on his experiences.