Hummingbird (Panorama De Narrativas) (Spanish Edition)

A Beautifully Written Novel about Love, Resilience, and Optimism. A Lesson in Literature and Life, Worthy of the Strega Prize.

The hummingbird is a diminutive bird with the remarkable ability to hover in the air. As a child, Marco Carrera, an ophthalmologist practicing in Rome, was nicknamed "the hummingbird" by his mother due to his small stature. While the growth problem was resolved through hormone injections, Marco has continued to be a hummingbird in his ability to persevere through adversity.

One day, the psychoanalyst of Marco's wife visits his practice and, breaching professional confidentiality, informs him that his wife has discovered he is still corresponding with a former love interest. This is not the only challenge Marco must face: he must care for his ailing parents - an engineer and an architect - who had portrayed a happy family during his childhood, but it was not entirely so; he must also try to reconcile with his brother, who now lives in the United States, as they are haunted by the tragic death of their sister many years ago; and he must take care of his granddaughter when his single-parent daughter can no longer do so.

This is a novel about life and its ups and downs, about resilience, empathy, and love. Building on the demonstrated ability to tackle pain and its overcoming in Caos calmo and Profecía, Sandro Veronesi offers us a lesson in literature and vitalism. The result is a moving novel about the need to look to the future with hope and to live life to the fullest until the end, about the importance of staying aloft like the hummingbird.

Marco Carrera, the protagonist, is a complex and relatable character who embodies the challenges and triumphs of the human experience. Through his story, the novel explores themes of family, love, loss, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. Veronesi's masterful storytelling and attention to detail create a rich and immersive reading experience, transporting the reader into the world of the characters and their emotions.

The novel's structure, with its interweaving narratives and shifting perspectives, adds depth and complexity to the story. Veronesi skillfully navigates the intricate web of relationships and personal histories, seamlessly blending the past and present to create a cohesive and engaging narrative.

One of the novel's most striking aspects is its exploration of the human capacity for resilience and growth in the face of life's challenges. Marco's ability to "hover in the air" despite the difficulties he faces is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of love, empathy, and hope.

Overall, "Il colibrì" is a masterful work of fiction that celebrates the enduring spirit of the human experience. Veronesi's writing is both lyrical and thought-provoking, inviting readers to reflect on the profound questions of life, loss, and the pursuit of meaning. This novel is a deserving recipient of the prestigious Strega Prize and a must-read for lovers of literature and compelling storytelling.

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