Peruvian Short Stories
Peruvian Short Stories by Dorila A. Marting is a reprint edition published by Xlibris Corporation LLC on August 12, 2016. This collection features narratives inspired by the author’s childhood experiences in Pomabamba, Peru, where she was immersed in the rich storytelling traditions of her community, particularly those shared by local Quechua storytellers. The book presents a variety of tales that reflect both the authenticity of Peruvian folklore and themes that resonate universally.
Readers will find a diverse array of stories that explore love, loss, family, nature, and friendship, all while honoring the oral traditions of the Quechua culture. Each tale, from the perspective of characters like the elderly mouse to the figure of Mama Patcha, contributes to a broader narrative that emphasizes the importance of these cultural accounts. With 146 pages, this edition invites readers to engage with the enchanting world of Peruvian folklore, showcasing the timeless relevance of these stories in today’s context.
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A native of Pomabamba, Peru, Dorila A. Marting grew up surrounded by the tales of her native city as told by family members and local Quechua storytellers. In Peruvian Short Stories, Marting brings these childhood accounts to life with a narrative that is as distinctively authentic as it is universally relatable. “This Peruvian legend has many versions depending on who is telling, the story. I will relate to you what I heard a long, long time ago, as a child, from an elderly storyteller Quechua woman named Mama Cunchina . . . ” -The Cave of Maria Josefa With voices spanning from the small and elderly mouse (The Emigration of Domestic Animals) to the all-encompassing Mama Patcha (Mother Earth), every story is uniquely enchanting while still supporting the overall parable that is weaved throughout the collection. Marting illustrates her memories with the ease of the Quechua storytellers of her youth, and indeed these accounts of love, loss, family, nature, friendship, and respect are as crucial and resonant today as they were during the inception of Peruvian Folklore. ” I invite you to navigate to a foreign land and to a foreign culture and enjoy these stories as much as I have . . . ” -Mary L. Jones, Introduction
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