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Innocent Erendira and Other Stories

sp. La increíble y triste historia de la cándida Eréndira y de su abuela desalmada · 1972
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The book «Innocent Erendira and Other Stories» tells the tale of a young girl named Erendira, who lives under the oppressive rule of her domineering and cruel grandmother. The grandmother forces Erendira to work to pay off a debt for a house that accidentally burned down. Erendira is compelled into prostitution to earn the money. During her travels, she meets Ulises, a young man who falls in love with her and tries to help her escape. However, the grandmother relentlessly pursues them, and the story ends tragically, highlighting themes of exploitation, freedom, and love.

Innocent Erendira and Other Stories
Date of publication: 23 December 2024
———Original titlesp. La increíble y triste historia de la cándida Eréndira y de su abuela desalmada · 1972
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