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Men of Maize, crafted by the renowned Nobel Prize-winning author Miguel Ángel Asturias, is a visionary novel that resonates with the current discourse on ecological preservation, capitalist exploitation, and the richness of indigenous wisdom. This compelling narrative transports readers deep into the mountain forests of Guatemala, where a community of Indigenous Mayans—the 'men of maize'—acts as guardians of sacred corn crops.
The story unfolds as these stewards face the encroachment of profit-driven outsiders who threaten to exploit their fertile land. The ensuing struggle is not merely a fight for survival, but a profound clash between age-old traditions and modern greed. Asturias masterfully weaves together history and mythology, creating a lush, dream-like experience that immerses readers in a world at risk of losing its ancestral wisdom.
Men of Maize serves as a prescient warning against the ecological devastation triggered by colonial oppression and capitalist pursuits. With evocative prose, Asturias highlights the intricate relationship between the Mayan people and their environment, making it a crucial read for anyone interested in environmental issues, social justice, and cultural heritage.
ISBN: | 9780143138402 |
Author: | Miguel ?ngel Asturias |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Penguin Classics |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 195 x 128 x 15 mm |
Publication Date: | 24 April, 2025 |
Pagination: | 320 pages |
Weight: | 262g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’