Bogotá 39: New Voices from Latin America

'This new generation of Latin American writers has exchanged history for memory, dictators for narcos and political engagement for gender and class consciousness.' El Pa s

Ten years on from the first Bogot 39 selection, which brought writers such as Juan Gabriel V squez, Alejandro Zambra and Junot D az to fame, comes this story collection showcasing thirty-nine exceptional new talents. Chosen by some of the biggest names in Latin American literature, together with publishers, writers and literary critics and a panel of expert judges, this exciting anthology paves the way for a new generation of household names.

These stories have been brought into English by some of the finest translators around, including familiar names such as Daniel Hahn, Christina MacSweeney and Megan McDowell, as well as many new and exciting translators who are just launching their careers. With authors from fifteen different countries, this diverse collection of stories transports readers to a host of new worlds, and represents the very best writing coming out of Latin America today.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: ONEWorld Publications
Published: 08/14/2018
ISBN: 9781786073334
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.80h x 5.70w x 1.00d