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Discover the profound exploration of familial bonds in *What Goes Unsaid*, a compelling memoir by Carlos Monge McKey. Set against the rich backdrop of Mexican culture, this trade paperback is a reflective journey through the complexities of masculinity, identity, and the intricate relationships between fathers and sons. In 1958, Carlos Monge McKey's audacious decision to fake his own death sets off a ripple effect through generations, culminating in his son, Carlos Monge Sanchez, who also makes the escape into a life of revolutionary fervor. This gripping narrative, masterfully woven through the perspective of grandson Emiliano, skillfully juxtaposes the narratives of three men, each grappling with their own demons and the weight of patriarchal expectations. As Emiliano crafts stories to evade reality, *What Goes Unsaid* unearths uncomfortable truths about love, loss, and the legacy of machismo. This significant work from Scribe Publications not only captivates with its heartfelt writing but also invites readers to reflect on the universal themes of familial responsibility, identity, and cultural heritage. An essential read for anyone interested in memoirs that delve deep into the human psyche and the threads that bind generations. Order now to experience the emotional depth and beautifully crafted prose that has captivated readers worldwide. This brand new book is shipped directly to you, ensuring that you receive the best in contemporary literature right at your doorstep.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925849516
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 368
Description:
In 1958, Carlos Monge McKey sneaks out of his home in the middle of the night to fake his own death. He does not return for four years.
A decade later, his son, Carlos Monge Sanchez, deserts his family too, joining a guerrilla army of Mexican revolutionaries.
Their stories are unspooled by grandson and son Emiliano, a writer, who also chooses to escape reality, by creating fictions to run away from the truth.
What Goes Unsaid is an extraordinary memoir that delves into the fractured relationships between fathers and sons, grandfathers and grandsons; that disinters the ugly notions of masculinity and machismo that all men carry with them - especially in a patriarchal culture like Mexico. It is the story of three men, who - each in his own way - flee their homes and families in an attempt to free themselves.
'Many readers will come to Monge's books through What Goes Unsaid which is, seemingly, the easiest of his books. This might be the case when it comes to its style for in this novel, the author is more interested in testing the flexibility of memory than that of language. However, anyone who thinks What Goes Unsaid is an easy novel, is in for a surprise. In my opinion, this is his most complex work to date- it makes the reader laugh and cry in the same line ... One could say that What Goes Unsaid is his best book to date because it still vibrates on the tips of one's fingers several days after one has turned the last page.'
-Paulette Jonguitud, Letras Libres
'An impressive work that addresses complicated topics such as personal and family life,
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925849516
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 368
Description:
In 1958, Carlos Monge McKey sneaks out of his home in the middle of the night to fake his own death. He does not return for four years.
A decade later, his son, Carlos Monge Sanchez, deserts his family too, joining a guerrilla army of Mexican revolutionaries.
Their stories are unspooled by grandson and son Emiliano, a writer, who also chooses to escape reality, by creating fictions to run away from the truth.
What Goes Unsaid is an extraordinary memoir that delves into the fractured relationships between fathers and sons, grandfathers and grandsons; that disinters the ugly notions of masculinity and machismo that all men carry with them - especially in a patriarchal culture like Mexico. It is the story of three men, who - each in his own way - flee their homes and families in an attempt to free themselves.
'Many readers will come to Monge's books through What Goes Unsaid which is, seemingly, the easiest of his books. This might be the case when it comes to its style for in this novel, the author is more interested in testing the flexibility of memory than that of language. However, anyone who thinks What Goes Unsaid is an easy novel, is in for a surprise. In my opinion, this is his most complex work to date- it makes the reader laugh and cry in the same line ... One could say that What Goes Unsaid is his best book to date because it still vibrates on the tips of one's fingers several days after one has turned the last page.'
-Paulette Jonguitud, Letras Libres
'An impressive work that addresses complicated topics such as personal and family life,