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Orphans of Eldorado

byMilton Hatoum

Genres: Fiction
Arminto Cordovil has inherited a fortune, and with it control of his father's shipping empire. But when a freighter, The Eldorado, crashes in the lower reaches of the Amazon, its shipwrecked hull seems tied to Arminto's destiny. He will soon discover his father's cunning and the disastrous consequences it will have for his own young life. Orphans of Eldorado is a magical retelling of a legendary expedition. From the vibrant port of Manaus, through the lush heart of the Amazon, Hatoum takes us on a quest for our greatest desires.

Language

en

Published on

01/01/2010

Pages

178

Format

Kindle Edition

ISBN

9781847678324

Who is this book for? Readers interested in magical realism, family dynamics, and rich, descriptive narratives.

Topics LoveFamilyLongingDespair
MoodMelancholic, Hopeful
RomanceMajor Subplot

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