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Prepare to be captivated by the Argentine literary phenomenon that's set the Spanish-speaking world ablaze. This dark, surreal, and exquisitely beautiful novel explores the depths of violence, exclusion, and love, leaving readers spellbound.
At the heart of this tale lies Auntie Encarna's boarding house, a haven for the queer and the extraordinary. For Camila, it's more than a refuge; it's a family. By night, the travesti residents venture to Sarmiento Park, braving the cold to earn their living. They share whiskey and stories, awaiting the telltale slow of a car's approach.
One fateful evening, Auntie Encarna's keen ears detect a cry from the bushes. Her investigation uncovers an abandoned baby boy, and her decision is resolute: this child is coming home. From that moment, life for Camila and her chosen family is irrevocably altered.
This masterpiece has garnered critical acclaim, securing its place on the Dublin Literary Award longlist and clinching multiple prestigious accolades, including the Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz Prize, the Premio de Narrativa en Castellano, and the Grand Prix de l'héroïne Madame Figaro.
Hailed as 'a fragment of the future' by Edouard Louis, 'ferocious and magical' by Torrey Peters in The Guardian, and 'a literary sensation' by Rolling Stone, this novel promises to shatter hearts and challenge perceptions. Immerse yourself in Camila Sosa Villada's 'The Queens of Sarmiento Park' – a triumph of naked, glorious storytelling that will leave you breathless.
Book ISBN: | 9780349016474 |
Book Author: | Camila Sosa Villada |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Virago Press Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Little, Brown Book Group |
Book Dimensions: | 127 x 197 x 17 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2023-06-01 |
Book Pagination: | 208 pages |
Book Weight: | 188g |
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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.’
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.’