説明
In the bustling year of 1920, Luis Agua steps into a world teetering on the brink of transformation. As an appointed representative of an electricity company, he navigates the intricate landscape of a society grappling with modernity and the shadows of its past. His journey unfolds in a vibrant setting, where the old ways clash against the rise of technology and electricity's promise.
Luis's mission is not solely professional; it intertwines with personal discovery and the complexities of human relationships. Through his interactions with the people he meets, he confronts the underlying tensions of a changing world, where dreams and aspirations often collide with harsh realities. The narrative unspools with vivid detail, capturing the essence of a time when electricity symbolizes hope and progress while illuminating deeper societal issues.
As the story progresses, the reader is drawn into Luis's internal struggle, reflecting the broader challenges of an era in flux. The interplay between light and darkness serves as a metaphor for the transitions taking place, making for a compelling exploration of ambition, identity, and the inevitable march of history. The tapestry of characters and their intertwined lives reveals a rich portrait of human experience amid a society at a crossroads.
Luis's mission is not solely professional; it intertwines with personal discovery and the complexities of human relationships. Through his interactions with the people he meets, he confronts the underlying tensions of a changing world, where dreams and aspirations often collide with harsh realities. The narrative unspools with vivid detail, capturing the essence of a time when electricity symbolizes hope and progress while illuminating deeper societal issues.
As the story progresses, the reader is drawn into Luis's internal struggle, reflecting the broader challenges of an era in flux. The interplay between light and darkness serves as a metaphor for the transitions taking place, making for a compelling exploration of ambition, identity, and the inevitable march of history. The tapestry of characters and their intertwined lives reveals a rich portrait of human experience amid a society at a crossroads.
本の詳細
形式
ペーパーバック
ページ数
160ページ
言語
英語
公開されました
Jan 7, 2003
出版社
Pushkin Press
ISBN-10
1901285421
ISBN-13
9781901285420