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More copies of this ISBNHectic Ethics: Storiesby Francisco Hinojosa
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Unlike many Latin American writers whose work has been published in the United States, Francisco Hinojosa does not rely on magical realism, exotic recipes or cultural nostalgia. Rather, his stories convey a mercilessly sardonic view of family and society, and his ingenious array of anti-heroes embodies a conspicuous disdain for convention. Here, in eight masterly stories that are as cruel and pitiless as they are hilarious, he explores the complexities of love and human relationships. These fiercely funny picaresque adventures are peopled with characters who inspire feelings of both solidarity and derision, but let the reader beware: just when you find yourself laughing out loud, you might recognize your reflection in the funhouse mirror. Francisco Hinojosa was born in Mexico City in 1954, and is the author of three story collections, two volumes of poetry, and numerous childrens’ books. He is the recipient of Mexico’s National Prize for the Short Story, among other awards. Synopsis:In eight masterly stories that are as cruel and pitiless as they are hilarious, Hinojosa explores the complexities of love and human relationships. His stories deal with the spirals of life — downward ones, in particular. Dark, sarcastic humor permeates them all. Hinojosa is an innovative writer, acclaimed for his highly sophisticated control over language and its deformations. These stories, selected from three collections published in Mexico over the last ten years, represent the full range of his work, making it available for the first time in English translation. Synopsis:Short Fiction. Latino/a Studies. In HECTIC ETHICS, Francisco Hinojosa explores the complexities of love and human relationships. These fiercely funny picaresque adventures are peopled with characters who inspires feelings of both solidarity and derision. Francisco Hinojosa's stories are like a Mozart overture executed by a crazed orchestra playing noiemakiers instead of violins, — Guillermo Sheridan. Francisco Hinojosa was born in Mexico City in 1954, and is the author of three story collections, two volumes of poetry, and numerous childrens books. He is the recipient of Mexico's National Prize of the Short Story, among other awards. Translated by Kut Hollander. About the AuthorOriginally from NYC, Hollander has lived in Mexico City for the last 20 years. Editor of magazines: The Portable Lower East Side (1983-1993) and Poliester (1992-2000). Author of various works of fiction, translator, writer, director and producerof the feature film Carambola (2005). He currently writes for the London Guardian Weekly and the New York Times travel section. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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