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Encuentro en la tormenta

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Encuentro en la tormenta by Augusto Mora is a graphic novel that blends adventure, mystery, and cultural heritage against the backdrop of Veracruz, Mexico. The story follows Patricio Arana, a young man haunted by his mother’s death, who discovers a hidden drawing in a jarana—an instrument crafted by his grandfather. This clue leads him deep into the Tuxtlas jungle during a devastating flood, where he uncovers secrets tied to his family and the traditions of Son Jarocho music. With expressive illustrations and a rich narrative, the book invites readers to explore identity, grief, and the power of ancestral roots—making it a compelling resource for bilingual classrooms interested in storytelling, folklore, and regional culture.

Spanish Description: Encuentro en la tormenta, de Augusto Mora, es una novela gráfica que combina aventura, misterio y herencia cultural con el trasfondo de Veracruz, México. La historia sigue a Patricio Arana, un joven atormentado por la muerte de su madre, quien descubre un dibujo oculto en una jarana, un instrumento fabricado por su abuelo. Esta pista lo lleva a las profundidades de la selva de Tuxtla durante una inundación devastadora, donde descubre secretos vinculados a su familia y a las tradiciones del son jarocho. Con expresivas ilustraciones y una narrativa rica, el libro invita a los lectores a explorar la identidad, el duelo y el poder de las raíces ancestrales, convirtiéndolo en un recurso atractivo para aulas bilingües interesadas en la narración, el folclore y la cultura regional.

Publishing Details

Author : Augusto Mora

Author Nationality : Mexico

Type of Spanish : Authentic

Physical Details

Type of Book: Graphic Novel

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 60

Year Published: 2018

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 6th-8th

Genre: Fiction

Theme: Adventure, Culture, Family, Mystery, Social Emotional