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Light is Like Water

sp. La luz es como el agua · 1992
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is a collection of stories, with «Light is Like Water» being one of the most famous and unusual.
  • In the story «Light is Like Water», the children find a way to turn light into water, symbolizing the magical realism characteristic of Marquez's work.
  • The story illustrates the theme of childhood imagination and creativity, where children use light to swim in their apartment as if it were a pool.
  • The story raises questions about the boundaries between reality and fantasy, as well as the consequences of unlimited freedom.
  • The work demonstrates Marquez's unique style, where ordinary things acquire magical properties, making his works recognizable and popular.
Light is Like Water
Date of publication: 23 December 2024
———Original titlesp. La luz es como el agua · 1992
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