Alma de lobo
Alma de lobo by Verónica Moscoso is a nonfiction novella published by Veromundo on July 28, 2021. This Spanish-language work spans 72 pages and recounts the true story of Marcos Rodríguez Pantoja, the only documented case of a feral child in Spain. The narrative begins with Marcos being sold by his father at the age of seven to work as a shepherd, only to find himself alone after the sudden death of his mentor. Surviving in the Sierra Morena mountains, he is adopted by a pack of wolves, leading to a unique life intertwined with nature.
Readers will discover how Marcos navigates the challenges of survival in the wild and the subsequent struggle to reintegrate into human society at the age of 19. Alma de lobo presents a compelling account of adventure and resilience, focusing on themes of adaptation and the bond between humans and animals. The novella is designed for second-level Spanish students, featuring approximately 305 unique words, ample repetition, and includes illustrations along with a glossary for each of the ten chapters, making it accessible for language learners.
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What happens when reality overcomes fiction? Then you have a story like ALMA DE LOBO.
This novella is the true story of Marcos Rodríguez Pantoja. His is the only documented case in Spain of a feral child.
SUMMARY: At the age of seven, Marcos was sold by his father to work as a shepherd in a remote valley of the Sierra Morena. The older shepherd, who was teaching him the ropes, suddenly died, leaving Marcos on his own. He had a hard time staying alive until a pack of wolves adopted him. ALMA DE LOBO describes how Marcos manages to survive in the mountains living a carefree life surrounded by the animals he befriended. Then, the painful process to adapt to the world of humans after his capture, when he was 19 years old. Hardly anyone believed his childhood stories, but when he was in his 60s an event changed his life…
ALMA DE LOBO is a page-turner. This book is an easy reader Spanish novella for second level students. It’s written in the past tense. With about 305 unique words and plenty of repetition, it tells a 4,190-word story. Illustrations and a full glossary for each of the ten chapters are included.
AUTHOR’S NOTE: This is one of the most fascinating stories I’ve ever researched and written about. I based this novella on the books, articles, interviews and documentaries about Marcos’ life. Most importantly, I was able to interview Marcos himself, for which I am really grateful.
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