Mafalda Book One
Mafalda Book One by Quino, published by New York Review Books on June 10, 2025, is a vibrant collection that introduces readers to the beloved character of Mafalda, a spirited six-year-old with a passion for democracy and a disdain for soup. This edition spans 120 pages and is presented in English, showcasing Quino’s unique blend of humor and social commentary. Through Mafalda’s inquisitive nature and her interactions with a diverse group of friends, the book explores themes of childhood curiosity and societal critique.
Readers will find themselves immersed in Mafalda’s world, where her bold questions and playful antics challenge the adults around her. The narrative features her eclectic companions, including the dreamy Felipe and the gossipy Susanita, as they navigate the complexities of their environment. Quino’s sharp wit and engaging illustrations bring the streets of Buenos Aires to life, making this work a delightful exploration of humor and culture. This edition invites both young readers and adults to reflect on their own perspectives while enjoying the timeless charm of Mafalda’s adventures.
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Introducing the Latin American comics sensation starring a hilarious 6-year-old whose spunky self-confidence will inspire budding activists and curious readers of all ages.
Mafalda may be small—but her hopes for the world are as big as her heart!
Six-year-old Mafalda loves democracy and hates soup. What democratic sector do cats fall into? she asks, then unfurls a toilet paper red carpet and gives her very own presidential address. Mafalda’s precociousness and passion stump all grown-ups around her. Dissident and rebellious, she refuses to abandon the world to her parents’ generation, who seem so lost. Alongside the irascible Mafalda, readers will meet her eclectic group of playmates: dreamy Felipe and gossipy Susanita, young-capitalist Manolito and rebellious Miguelito. Quino’s bright irony and intelligence bring the streets and neighborhoods of Buenos Aires to life.
You can clearly see Mafalda is small, but her hopes for the world and her heart are huge and as sincere as can be. Generations of readers have discovered themselves in Mafalda, and learned to question, rebel, and hope.
Since Quino first drew her in the early 1960s, Mafalda has captured public imagination in Latin America and beyond. Her wit and empathy have made her an enduring favorite.
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