Xataka squad books to beat the heat

During the summer, we are encouraged to take it easy, read a lot, and lie down. We can at least bring our books with us on vacation, even if we are unable to travel very far.

We are back with a new and refreshing selection of our monthly readings in the section titled “What are we reading?” These are, without any hints, the books that we are currently holding in our hands. The classics, the contemporary, the essays, the fiction, and in general anything with letters that allows us to temporarily disengage from the world around us (regardless of whether or not it includes periods of time that are considered holidays). This month, there is a really special selection that you should keep an eye on.

The phrase “Living in the age of artistic capitalism” may cause some confusion, leading one to believe that the article is a vicious assault on the economic structure in which we live; yet, the essay is more descriptive than it is censorious. It illustrates how, from the beginning of the 20th century, there has been a significant democratization of aesthetic values among all social classes.

This can be traced back to the introduction of major department shops and further to the rest of the leisure and cultural industries that are more specialized and comprise a minority of the population. The manner in which cities, homes, and even our personal lives have been attempting to achieve an aesthetic conquest of the world, which has enabled us to fulfill our wants. A sensory satisfaction that can be expressed in a considerable percentage of GDP and that assures countries a revenue that can be expressed in all the layers of our lives with which we interact. Already, the world of advertising provides us with a glimpse of the direction in which things are heading. Lipovetsky is the answer to everything else. Theresa Miguel Trula Esther

The acquisition of Twitter by Elon Musk was a very lengthy farce that deserved to be presented with perspective and depth rather than in a superficial manner. This is exactly what Kurt Wagner accomplished with this book, and I continue to agree with him. In it, he combines oral histories from the various persons involved, a concatenation of well-ordered events, several anecdotes that contextualize the inside tale, and his own voice. The end result is a balanced vision that combines prose, interviews, and chronology. I am having a good time with it, and I believe that others who are interested in Silicon Valley, the persona of Musk, and the social controversies that came along with that purchase would also appreciate it. A. Lacort, Javier

The book is comprised of seven short stories, all of which are quite simple to read due to the fact that they are, in many instances, rather brief. She addresses reality in an unsettling manner, a mix of dream and reality, in which there are times when you cannot tell if it is a very disturbing reality or a very genuine nightmare. This is due to the fact that Schweblin has a direct way of writing, without any frills or diversions. Even the most commonplace occurrences, such as illness, bereavement, grieving, and old age, are transformed by her into something that causes tension and discomfort. Those social worries that are all about us, and that she can very quickly transform into a proximate, impending panic that is capable of occurring.

‘La aliento cavernaria‘ (Cavern Breathing) is one of the stories that can be found in the book. It is the one that most accurately portrays everything that Samanta Schweblin has to offer as a writer. Every single item that is included within it causes unease; you are able to experience the agony, the suffocation, the feeling that the memories are escaping from the head, and the loneliness that the character goes through with each phrase. Despite the passage of time, I continue to think about him. In addition, if you are interested in learning more about this author,’Pajaros en la boca y otros cuentos’ is a fantastic choice for you to continue your exploration, and her novel ‘Distancia de rescate’ is an excellent choice for a summertime read. A. López, Eva

The album ‘The Eternal Noise’ was the one that introduced me to Alex Ross. Moreover, I rediscovered him with the similarly beautiful ‘Listen to This’ just a little over three years later. The observations and reflections of the music critic at ‘The New Yorker’ are always a breath of fresh air for someone who believes himself to be first and foremost a music lover and later an audiophile. It is impossible to avoid learning something from the music critic’s writings. Despite the fact that I have not been able to read “Wagnerism” until now, I was compelled to purchase it as soon as it was made available in bookstores because to the precedents that were set.

His starting point is irresistible: “Art and politics in the shadow of music.” His argument is compelling. If you are interested in learning about the influence that music has had and continues to have not just on politics and art, but also on literature, architecture, cinema, and theater, it appears to be impossible to avoid falling for this approach. If, in addition, Wagner’s work serves as a guiding thread for this enormous research, then the very least that a music aficionado can do is read it. This is the case. Alternately, you may eat it whole. Warning has been given to you. He is Juan Carlos López.

‘Oathbringer’ is the third book in Brandon Sanderson’s ‘The Stormlight Archive’ series, and it is the author’s longest and most intricate epic story to date. I am now reading it. My experience with Sanderson’s books has always been that it is difficult for me to begin reading them since, in my opinion, the author takes an extremely long time to introduce the action. Because I am a journalist, you will realize that when I read, I don’t always have a lot of tolerance (I know that he ruined journalism for me). Despite the fact that I have experienced this with a number of Sanderson books, I have never once regretted keeping them in my possession and having continued to read them. In point of fact, I often end up feeling frustrated with myself since it takes me so long to do things.

Given that Oathbringer is the third book in The Stormlight Archive, we will refrain from discussing it in order to avoid giving away any spoilers. As an alternative, I will talk about the first book in the series, which is titled The Way of Kings. To begin, it is important to note that The Way of Kings is a lengthy work. Therefore, prepare ready for 1,195 pages of mystery, intrigue, and people that are completely different from one another. Even more oddly, the killing of the king of Alekzar, which is one of the most powerful countries in the world, takes place during a peace summit. This is where everything begins. The king leaves a message for his brother, Dalinar, inscribed in his blood before he passes away. The message reads, “You must find the most important words a man can speak.” Dalinar is profoundly affected by the passing of his brother, which causes him to doubt not just his way of life and fundamental principles, but also the book that his brother had presented to him prior to that tragic day. The Way of Kings is the name of this book.

Xataka squad books to beat the heat

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