{"title":"Emiliano Monge","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cem\u003eEmiliano Monge\u003c\/em\u003e, a celebrated Mexican author renowned for his distinctive contributions to contemporary literature. With a keen eye for detail and a profound narrative style, Monge delves into the complexities of human experience, crafting stories that resonate with readers long after they've turned the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the captivating titles you'll find in this collection is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Goes Unsaid\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a novel that exemplifies Monge's ability to weave intricate tales of emotion and introspection. His works often explore themes of identity, human connection, and the unspoken intricacies of relationships, making them a compelling choice for those who appreciate profound and thought-provoking fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmiliano Monge's unique voice has earned him a place among the contemporary literary greats, and his works offer an immersive reading experience that is both enlightening and engaging. Whether you're new to Monge's novels or a longtime admirer, this collection provides a perfect opportunity to explore the imaginative world crafted by this exceptional author.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"what-goes-unsaid-by-emiliano-monge-9781925849516","title":"What Goes Unsaid","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom one of Mexico's most important writers, a fictionalised memoir about three men who are driven to escape the confines of their traditional lives and roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1958, Carlos Monge McKey sneaks out of his home in the middle of the night to fake his own death. He does not return for four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA decade later, his son, Carlos Monge Sanchez, deserts his family too, joining a guerrilla army of Mexican revolutionaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir stories are unspooled by grandson and son Emiliano, a writer, who also chooses to escape reality, by creating fictions to run away from the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Goes Unsaid\u003c\/em\u003e is an extraordinary memoir that delves into the fractured relationships between fathers and sons, grandfathers and grandsons; that disinters the ugly notions of masculinity and machismo that all men carry with them - especially in a patriarchal culture like Mexico. It is the story of three men, who - each in his own way - flee their homes and families in an attempt to free themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMany readers will come to Monge's books through \u003cem\u003eWhat Goes Unsaid\u003c\/em\u003e which is, seemingly, the easiest of his books. This might be the case when it comes to its style for in this novel, the author is more interested in testing the flexibility of memory than that of language. However, anyone who thinks \u003cem\u003eWhat Goes Unsaid\u003c\/em\u003e is an easy novel, is in for a surprise. In my opinion, this is his most complex work to date- it makes the reader laugh and cry in the same line ... One could say that \u003cem\u003eWhat Goes Unsaid\u003c\/em\u003e is his best book to date because it still vibrates on the tips of one's fingers several days after one has turned the last page.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Paulette Jonguitud, Letras Libres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn impressive work that addresses complicated topics such as personal and family life, machismo through generations, and how it is addressed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Fernanda Melchor, author of \u003cem\u003eHurricane Season\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith breathtaking brilliance, the Mexican writer indulges in the art of writing a true novel ... the indefinable Emiliano is a force that takes hold of you and won't let go.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Le Figaro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672639754476,"sku":"9781925849516","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18820493482873.jpg?v=1752856359"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/emiliano-monge.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}