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Promesas de Oro

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Promesas de Oro de José Olivarez es un poemario bilingüe que celebra el amor en todas sus formas —romántico, familiar, cultural y propio—, a la vez que confronta las complejidades de la identidad, el capitalismo y el sueño americano. Escrito durante la pandemia y traducido al español por David Ruano, el libro invita a los lectores a leerlo al revés para acceder a la versión completa en español, creando una experiencia de lectura dinámica. Con humor, ternura y una aguda crítica social, Olivarez crea odas a los amigos, la familia y los momentos cotidianos, convirtiendo esta colección en un sentido homenaje a la resiliencia y la conexión en un mundo fracturado.

English Description:

Promesas de Oro by José Olivarez is a bilingual poetry collection that celebrates love in all its forms—romantic, familial, cultural, and self-love—while confronting the complexities of identity, capitalism, and the American Dream. Written during the pandemic and translated into Spanish by David Ruano, the book invites readers to flip it upside down to access the full Spanish version, creating a dynamic reading experience. With humor, tenderness, and sharp social critique, Olivarez crafts odes to friends, family, and everyday moments, making this collection a heartfelt tribute to resilience and connection in a fractured world.

Publishing Details

Author : José Olivarez

Author Nationality : Mexico

Type of Spanish : Bilingual

Physical Details

Type of Book: Chapter

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 320

Year Published: 2023

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 9th-12th

Sub-Genre: Poetry

Theme: Culture, Family, Friendship, Identity, Social Emotional