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Aquí
Antecedido por Los lugares (1997) y El amor es cobrizo (2005), Aquí es el tercer libro de poesía del autor, conocido ya por su trabajo como narrador. Los textos de este volumen hacen patente la necesidad de seguir creando nuevos universos narrativos. Para Sada "la poesía nunca puede ser una aclaración", y en este libro nos ofrece, a lo largo de las 11 inmersiones de que consta el libro, poemas envueltos por un halo de misterio que logra sostener gracias a un lenguaje poético inusual, directo, sin metáforas, sorprendente por la experimentación con las formas, lo mismo que por esa extraña combinación de habla popular y culteranismos tan característica de su prosa; giros que permiten la entrada al caudal de un hondo pensamiento que fluye de un diálogo sobre la esencia humana.
- GenresPoetry
180 pages, Paperback
First published December 3, 2007
15 people want to read
About the author
Daniel Sada
33 books62 followersDaniel Sada was a Mexican poet journalist and author whose work has being hailed as one of the most important contrubutions to the Spanish language.
He was a master of language and one of Mexico's most unique literary voices. His work is characterized by its dense, rhythmic prose and an inventive use of language that pushes the boundaries of traditional narrative forms. Sada's novels and short stories often explore the lives of ordinary people in rural Mexico, but he does so in a way that is anything but ordinary. His writing is filled with linguistic experimentation, blending formal and colloquial speech in ways that are both challenging and deeply rewarding.
One of Sada's most acclaimed works, *Almost Never* (*Casi Nunca*), is a testament to his distinctive style. The novel, set in post-revolutionary Mexico, follows the life of a man torn between duty and desire. Sada's use of language here is mesmerizing; his sentences twist and turn, mirroring the protagonist's inner turmoil. The narrative is both richly detailed and relentlessly paced, making for a reading experience that is as intense as it is immersive.
Another remarkable aspect of Sada's work is his ability to capture the rhythms and cadences of rural Mexican life. His characters speak in a language that feels authentic and true to their world, yet Sada elevates this speech to a poetic level. This is particularly evident in his short story collections, where he paints vivid portraits of life in the Mexican hinterlands with an economy of words that is truly remarkable.
Despite his considerable talent, Sada remains a somewhat underappreciated figure outside of Latin America. His work demands a level of attention and engagement that can be daunting, but for those willing to dive into his complex prose, the rewards are immense. Sada's contribution to Mexican literature is undeniable, and his works continue to influence contemporary writers. He is a literary figure whose work deserves greater recognition, both in Mexico and beyond.
He was a master of language and one of Mexico's most unique literary voices. His work is characterized by its dense, rhythmic prose and an inventive use of language that pushes the boundaries of traditional narrative forms. Sada's novels and short stories often explore the lives of ordinary people in rural Mexico, but he does so in a way that is anything but ordinary. His writing is filled with linguistic experimentation, blending formal and colloquial speech in ways that are both challenging and deeply rewarding.
One of Sada's most acclaimed works, *Almost Never* (*Casi Nunca*), is a testament to his distinctive style. The novel, set in post-revolutionary Mexico, follows the life of a man torn between duty and desire. Sada's use of language here is mesmerizing; his sentences twist and turn, mirroring the protagonist's inner turmoil. The narrative is both richly detailed and relentlessly paced, making for a reading experience that is as intense as it is immersive.
Another remarkable aspect of Sada's work is his ability to capture the rhythms and cadences of rural Mexican life. His characters speak in a language that feels authentic and true to their world, yet Sada elevates this speech to a poetic level. This is particularly evident in his short story collections, where he paints vivid portraits of life in the Mexican hinterlands with an economy of words that is truly remarkable.
Despite his considerable talent, Sada remains a somewhat underappreciated figure outside of Latin America. His work demands a level of attention and engagement that can be daunting, but for those willing to dive into his complex prose, the rewards are immense. Sada's contribution to Mexican literature is undeniable, and his works continue to influence contemporary writers. He is a literary figure whose work deserves greater recognition, both in Mexico and beyond.
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September 3, 2024
Es que yo no sé por qué Sada no tiene más lectores, sobre todo de este libro de poesía que es una cosa tremenda. Tampoco es que yo sea un experto en su obra, pero esto me parece característico de su literatura, es más, de algo más grande, que es la fundación de su propio idioma: es sadañol.
No se van a encontrar poemas que tengan un sentido claro, quizá algunos sean menos abstractos, pero en lo general no están hechos para que sean entendidos racionalmente. Lo importante es seguirles el ritmo, envolverse con su cadencia, aprender palabras nuevas, que son, de hecho, antiguas, pero en la construcción poética de Sada todo parece nuevo y eterno.
Si no lo conocen, combina tan aleatoriamente los términos arcaicos con los regionalismos del norte de México y le sale tan bien y tan simpático que se desprende de todo lo que conocemos de este idioma. En Aquí solo debe entrarse con la mente abierta y leer, de preferencia, en voz alta.
No se van a encontrar poemas que tengan un sentido claro, quizá algunos sean menos abstractos, pero en lo general no están hechos para que sean entendidos racionalmente. Lo importante es seguirles el ritmo, envolverse con su cadencia, aprender palabras nuevas, que son, de hecho, antiguas, pero en la construcción poética de Sada todo parece nuevo y eterno.
Si no lo conocen, combina tan aleatoriamente los términos arcaicos con los regionalismos del norte de México y le sale tan bien y tan simpático que se desprende de todo lo que conocemos de este idioma. En Aquí solo debe entrarse con la mente abierta y leer, de preferencia, en voz alta.
March 19, 2023
Es un poemario, o libro en prosa-poética, sutil, quebradizo que navega entre lo complejo y frases populares. Es una indagación permanente, redonda. No aspira a la verdad sino a la búsqueda permanente. Siempre introspectivo y profundamente reflexivo, no es un libro que uno pueda decir "me gusta" pero tampoco se puede soltar. Hay una indagación entre lo triste y alegre, entre lo ríspido y fresco. Indispensable a todas luces.
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