"Kiss of the Spider Woman" is a novel set in an Argentine prison where two cellmates, a gay window dresser and a political revolutionary, share stories to pass the time. The window dresser recounts various films he's seen, which often involve strong, glamorous women, while the revolutionary shares his political ideologies. As they spend time together, they form an unlikely bond, exploring themes of sexuality, oppression, and the power of storytelling.

This novel delves into the psychological and existential journey of a man who, while on a hunting trip, becomes the prey after being mistaken for an enemy. As he flees from his relentless pursuers through a desolate landscape, he is forced to confront the primal instincts of survival, the absurdity of his situation, and the nature of violence and death. The narrative explores the thin line between civilization and savagery, and the protagonist's struggle becomes a metaphor for the human condition and the inherent conflicts within society.

"The Witness" is a novel that explores the life of a young European boy who is the only survivor of a shipwreck in the 16th century. He is found and raised by a tribe of Indians in South America, where he spends ten years of his life. The boy is eventually found by a band of Spanish conquistadors and returns to Europe, where he becomes a well-respected scholar. The story unfolds as the man, now in his 90s, recounts his experiences and struggles to reconcile his European identity with his decade-long immersion in the tribal culture.