by Álvaro Pombo · Editorial Anagrama · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788433920270
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Set in post-war Spain, this novel tells the story of Kus-Kús, a boy from the upper bourgeoisie of the north, and his peculiar foray into the world of adults. Through characters such as his extravagant aunt Eugenia, the enigmatic servant Julián, and the English governess Miss Adelaida Hart, Pombo weaves a plot full of irony and humor. The work stands out for its original combination of cultured and everyday language, consolidating Álvaro Pombo as a prominent voice in contemporary Spanish narrative. Winner of the Herralde Novel Prize, this Compactos Anagrama edition offers a fascinating and accessible read.
Álvaro Pombo García de los Ríos is a Spanish poet, novelist and activist.
