Description
Experience a gripping narrative with 'Not Even the Dead,' a compelling trade paperback that dives into the echoes of history and justice. This brand new release, published by Open Letter in 2023, intertwines the journeys of underappreciated soldiers like Juan de Tońanes, who find their purpose in a quest that blurs the lines of time and belief. Set against the backdrop of post-conquest Mexico, the story calls out to those inspired by the haunting prose of Joseph Conrad and the rich storytelling reminiscent of Alejo Carpentier and David Mitchell.
In a vivid exploration of conquest and resistance, 'Not Even the Dead' transports you from the sixteenth century to contemporary struggles, illustrating the lives of marginalized figures who yearn for justice. As Juan hunts for the enigmatic renegade known as the Father, he unearths shocking truths about belief, hope, and the relentless pursuit of a better future. A seamless blend of historical fiction and philosophical contemplation awaits, making it a must-read for fans of literary and social issues alike.
This powerful tale depicts a myriad of characters, from old conquerors to modern-day migrants, all united by their shared landscape of longing. Each page offers not just a journey through time, but also an introspection on the cyclical nature of injustice and the human spirit's resilience.
Order your copy today and partake in this transformative adventure. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781948830676.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781948830676
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Open Letter
Description:
A claim of justice for the losers of history with echoes of authors as different as Joseph Conrad, Alejo Carpentier, and David Mitchell.
The conquest of Mexico is over, and Juan de Toñanes is one of so many soldiers without glory who roam like beggars for the land they helped subdue. When he receives one last mission, to hunt down a renegade Indian who’s called the Father and who preaches a dangerous heresy, he understands that this may be his last chance to carve himself the future he’s always dreamed of. But as he goes deep into the unexplored lands of the north following the Father's trace, he will discover the footprints of a man who seems not only a man, but a prophet destined to transform his time and even the times to come.
Not Even the Dead is the story of a persecution that transcends territories and centuries; a path pointing northward, always northward, that is to say, always toward the future, on a hallucinated journey from the sixteenth century New Spain to today's Trump wall. Old conquerors on horseback and migrants riding the roofs of the Beast, rebellious Indians and peasants waiting patiently for a better world, Mexican revolutionaries who take their rifles and women murdered in the desert of Ciudad Juárez, all pass by it. All of them share the same landscape and the same hope, the arrival of the Father who will bring justice to the oppressed.
In a vivid exploration of conquest and resistance, 'Not Even the Dead' transports you from the sixteenth century to contemporary struggles, illustrating the lives of marginalized figures who yearn for justice. As Juan hunts for the enigmatic renegade known as the Father, he unearths shocking truths about belief, hope, and the relentless pursuit of a better future. A seamless blend of historical fiction and philosophical contemplation awaits, making it a must-read for fans of literary and social issues alike.
This powerful tale depicts a myriad of characters, from old conquerors to modern-day migrants, all united by their shared landscape of longing. Each page offers not just a journey through time, but also an introspection on the cyclical nature of injustice and the human spirit's resilience.
Order your copy today and partake in this transformative adventure. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781948830676.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781948830676
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Open Letter
Description:
A claim of justice for the losers of history with echoes of authors as different as Joseph Conrad, Alejo Carpentier, and David Mitchell.
The conquest of Mexico is over, and Juan de Toñanes is one of so many soldiers without glory who roam like beggars for the land they helped subdue. When he receives one last mission, to hunt down a renegade Indian who’s called the Father and who preaches a dangerous heresy, he understands that this may be his last chance to carve himself the future he’s always dreamed of. But as he goes deep into the unexplored lands of the north following the Father's trace, he will discover the footprints of a man who seems not only a man, but a prophet destined to transform his time and even the times to come.
Not Even the Dead is the story of a persecution that transcends territories and centuries; a path pointing northward, always northward, that is to say, always toward the future, on a hallucinated journey from the sixteenth century New Spain to today's Trump wall. Old conquerors on horseback and migrants riding the roofs of the Beast, rebellious Indians and peasants waiting patiently for a better world, Mexican revolutionaries who take their rifles and women murdered in the desert of Ciudad Juárez, all pass by it. All of them share the same landscape and the same hope, the arrival of the Father who will bring justice to the oppressed.