THIS IS NOT A RIVER - SELVA ALMADA
On a hot, sultry afternoon, Enero and El Negro are fishing, taking care of Tilo, the teenage son of their deceased friend who drowned in the same river. Fishing, conversations, and wine become an attempt to send away the ghosts of the past, surrounded by an unsettling nature. Locals watch them with distrust, and after a long struggle with a stingray, Enero reaches for a revolver, aims at the water, and shoots. After returning to the camp, the men hang the dead stingray on a tree, allowing it to rot, which attracts the attention of the residents and ignites anger towards the intruders. Violence seems inevitable.
- Literary virtuosity of the author
- Flashbacks and minor scenes add depth to the story
- Engaging plot that winds like vines
- Exceptional characters and events from the past
- Powerful novel that remains in the reader's mind
- Captivating style and insight of the author
Selva Almada is an Argentine writer whose work is characterized by a deep understanding of human nature and the ability to capture the raw beauty of the Argentine province. Her novels, short stories, and essays have gained the recognition of critics and readers around the world, and her literary style is compared to that of masters such as Annie Proulx. Almada is the recipient of many prestigious literary awards, and her books have been translated into many languages.
"This is Not a River" is a novel that draws the reader into the dark and fascinating world of the Argentine province. Almada captures with extraordinary precision the atmosphere of a sultry afternoon, the tension between the characters, and the unsettling presence of nature. The novel touches on important themes such as death, mourning, masculinity, and violence, and at the same time is full of literary virtuosity and beauty.
This novel is ideal for readers who appreciate ambitious, moving literature that leaves a lasting impression in the mind. It is a story that forces reflection on the human condition and the relationships between man and nature. "This is Not a River" is a must-read for all lovers of fine literature.
Edition: Pages: 128, Format: 204x146 mm. Year: Year of publication: 2025, cover: paperback. Publisher: Cyranka. Number of pages: 128. Cover: paperback. Format: 204x146 mm.
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