Matarile
By: Guillermo Vidal.
Publisher: Editorial Letras Cubanas
Published: 1993
Place of publication: La Habana
Language: spa
Number of pages: 165
First sentence: Querido Azabache....(follows a letter to his dog)
Description: A poetic novel of sorts which tells in a fast and unorthodox way the recollection of all memories and thoughts of Toño's life (main character), thru confession, and other dialogues. It is a sour, yet entertaining story from childhood thru death, which can at times turn a bit confusing, but it is worth a read. With many words used intrinsic to the region of Las Tunas in Cuba, you can't help but laugh, and sometimes even cry. Great book.
Notes: This book is fast paced and uses broken language, intertwined concepts, adult themes/topics and adult language as well, so it is not appropiate for children.