Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
A literary triumph by one of Mexico's most promising young authors, Red Ants is the first ever literary translation from the Sierra Zapotec. This vibrant collection of short stories by Pergentino Jos updates magical realism for the 21st century. Red Ants paints a candid picture of indigenous Mexican life -- an essential counterpoint to cultural products of the colonial gaze. Jos 's fantastical stories tackle themes of family, love, and independence in his signature style: unapologetically personal, coolly emotional, and always surprising.
Synopsis
This vibrant collection of short stories, the first literary translation to English from Sierra Zapotec, updates magical realism for the 21st century.