Balam and Lluvia's House

Balam and Lluvia, siblings who possess cat and dawn abilities, explore their surroundings, capturing the secret tastes and sounds of their everyday life in a collection of lively and reflective poems. Lawrence Schimel's translation brings Julio Serrano Echeverria's work to English for the first time.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 20 July 2023
Publisher: The Emma Press

Balam and Lluvia, two siblings with extraordinary abilities, live in a house filled with secrets and wonders. Balam, who resembles a cat, possesses the agility and grace of a feline, while Lluvia, with her radiant presence, embodies the essence of the dawn. Together, they embark on enchanting adventures, capturing fireflies, bidding farewell to their beloved pet fish in the bathroom, and eagerly awaiting Raton Perez's visit to collect their teeth.

In their vibrant home, every day becomes a journey of discovery. The air is filled with the enchanting aroma of crushed laurel leaves, and the gentle whispers of the peach tree in their back garden transport them to a world of tranquility. Every moment is a chance to uncover the hidden treasures that surround them.

This captivating book is a testament to the poetic prowess of Julio Serrano Echeverria, a renowned Guatemalan author and playwright. Lawrence Schimel's masterful translation brings Echeverria's work to English for the first time, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Balam and Lluvia.

Through their lively and reflective poems, the siblings invite us to join them on their adventures, capturing the essence of their surroundings and the magic that permeates their lives. With each turn of the page, we are transported into a realm where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and where the wonders of the world are waiting to be discovered.

Weight: 154g
Dimension: 238 x 215 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915628114