{"title":"Carlos Fuentes","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarlos Fuentes was a prominent Mexican author, renowned for his exploration of the complexities of culture, identity, and history. With an illustrious literary career spanning several decades, Fuentes captivated readers worldwide with his profound insights and exquisite narrative style. As an integral figure in the Latin American literary boom, his works often reflect the rich tapestry of Mexican life, blending historical events with fiction to create deeply engaging stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you'll find captivating works like \u003cem\u003eThe Diary of Frida Kahlo\u003c\/em\u003e, which offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and art of one of Mexico's most celebrated artists. Fuentes' keen ability to interweave art and culture shines through in this and other titles, providing readers with an enriching perspective on the intricate relationships between personal and national identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time admirer of Fuentes' work or newly discovering his literary genius, this collection is a treasure trove for those interested in arts and culture. Immerse yourself in the intricate narratives and let Carlos Fuentes guide you through the vibrant and complex world he so masterfully brings to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-diary-of-frida-kahlo-by-carlos-fuentes-9780810959545","title":"The Diary of Frida Kahlo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovering the years 1944-45, the 170-page journal contains Frida's thoughts, poems, and dreams, and reflects her stormy relationship with her husband, Diego Rivera, Mexico's famous artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe seventy watercolour illustrations in the journal—some lively sketches, several elegant self-portraits, others complete paintings—offer insights into her creative process, and show her frequently using the journal to work out pictorial ideas for her canvases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe text entries, written in Frida's round, full script in brightly coloured inks, add an almost decorative quality, making the journal as captivating to look at as it is to read. Frida's childhood, her political sensibilities, and her obsession with Diego are all illuminated in witty phrases and haunting images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough much has been written recently about this extraordinary woman, Frida Kahlo's art and life continue to fascinate the world. This personal document, published in a complete full-colour facsimile edition, will add greatly to the understanding of her unique and powerful vision and her enormous courage in the face of more than thirty-five operations to correct injuries she had sustained in an accident at the age of eighteen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe facsimile is accompanied by an introduction by the world-renowned Mexican man of letters Carlos Fuentes and a complete translation of the diary's text. An essay on the place of the diary in Frida's work and in art history at large, as well as commentaries on the images, is provided by Sarah M. Lowe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833619730668,"sku":"9780810959545","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19979413482476.jpg?v=1758468995"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/carlos-fuentes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}