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Exploring the works of two prominent Latin American authors, the book delves into the portrayal of Nicaraguan identity across the tumultuous periods of the Sandinista Revolution. It examines how their narratives reflect the complexities of nationhood, capturing the socio-political landscape and cultural shifts in Nicaragua. Through their literature, the authors provide a profound commentary on the struggles and aspirations of the Nicaraguan people, highlighting the interplay between personal and national histories.

The collection delves into the evolving landscape of literary culture and historical perception in an increasingly interconnected world. Henighan combines bold literary criticism with on-the-ground reporting, exploring significant events like the end of the Cold War in Poland and African responses to the G8 Summit. Through this blend, he highlights the interplay between literature and global events, showcasing how diverse linguistic traditions shape our understanding of history.

Set against the backdrop of Moldova's complex history, the narrative follows Stephen Henighan as he immerses himself in the culture while teaching English to a local family. Through his experiences, readers gain insight into the challenges and nuances of life in a post-Soviet nation, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the impact of historical events on everyday lives. Henighan's journey reveals the rich tapestry of Moldovan life and the resilience of its people.

Miguel Angel Asturias is the first Spanish-American prose writer to be awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature. This study of Asturias's early academic writings, journalism and short fiction, and of his first major novel, El se or presidente, provides a prehistory of the contemporary Spanish-American novel.

Stephen Henighan, ein in Hamburg geborener renommierter kanadischer Literaturwissenschaftler, wirft in diesem kleinen aber immens wichtigen Buch einen philosophisch-orientierten, soziokulturellen und literarisch anspruchsvollen Blick auf das immer brennender werdende Klimaproblem. Der Autor weiß, dass es in den Naturwissenschaften kaum mehr Zweifel am anthropogenen, also dem durch die Menschheit verursachten Klimawandel gibt. Und trotzdem zeigen nur die wenigsten Menschen Betroffenheit, geschweige denn Zorn. Henighan macht deutlich, dass nicht weniger als das Wohl der Menschheit, wenn nicht gar das menschliche Überleben auf dem Spiel steht, wenn wir einen ungebremsten Klimawandel zulassen. Und er stellt Fragen, unbequeme Fragen: Warum sind Politiker nicht imstande, sich den kurzfristigen Interessen der Industrie entgegenzustellen? Warum lassen sie die Plünderung unseres Planeten einfach geschehen?.