Paula by Isabel Allende
The book is a deeply personal memoir in which the author recounts the tragic experience of her daughter falling into a coma due to a rare illness. As her daughter lies in the hospital, the author begins to write a poignant letter that evolves into a narrative of her family's history, her own life story, and the political and cultural upheavals that shaped her world. Through this intimate narrative, she explores themes of love, loss, and resilience, offering a raw and heartfelt reflection on the events that have defined her life and the unbreakable bonds of family.
The 6944th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1994
- Nationality
- Chilean
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 330
- Words
- 124,000
- Original Language
- Spanish
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This book is on the following lists:
- 87th on Big Read (German) (Germany)