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Pulitzer Prize–winning author James A. Michener crafts an intoxicating portrait of a land with a past and present as turbulent and colorful as any on Earth. An American journalist travels to report on a duel between two great matadors, only to become immersed in the dramatic narrative of his own Mexican ancestry. This journey spans from the brilliance and brutality of ancient civilizations to the iron grip of invading Spaniards, culminating in modern Mexico's struggle to forge a nation from the ashes of revolution. Michener weaves architectural splendors, frenzied bullfights, and horrific human sacrifice into an epic human story that stands among his best works. Praise highlights Michener's storytelling prowess, noting that he delivers splendid, authentic scenes in the plaza de toros, rivaling the works of Ernest Hemingway and Barnaby Conrad. Critics describe the narrative as astounding, fast-moving, and intriguing, marking Michener's return to form. The novel artfully combines Mexico's history with the art of bullfighting, providing readers with both education and entertainment. It is characterized as a tale of epic proportions, rich in visual and historical detail, making it a compelling read for those interested in the complexities of Mexican culture and identity.
Buchkauf
Mexico, James A. Michener, Jean-Paul Tremblay, WVK-groep
- Sprache
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 1992,
- Buchzustand
- Beschädigt
- Preis
- 3,30 €inkl. MwSt.
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