¿Cómo viviste la universidad?

The novel follows William Stoner, born on a small farm in Missouri in 1891, who is sent to the University of Missouri to study agriculture. However, he discovers a passion for literature and decides to pursue a career in English. The book delves into Stoner's undistinguished career, his marriage to Edith, his affair with Katherine Driscoll, and his complex relationships with his daughter Grace and his colleagues. It explores themes of work, passion, love, and the social and sexual reawakening of the protagonist, all set against the backdrop of his quiet yet rich and vibrant life as an academic.

In this classic dystopian novel, Ray Bradbury depicts a future American society where books are outlawed and 'firemen' are tasked with burning any discovered. The protagonist, Guy Montag, is a fireman who starts to question his role after encountering Clarisse, a young girl who loves nature and reading. As Montag delves deeper into the world of books, he begins to see the emptiness of his life and the dangers of a society that values entertainment over critical thinking and intellectual freedom. With the help of Faber, a retired English professor, Montag rebels against the system, leading to a confrontation with his fire chief, Captain Beatty, and ultimately joining a group of intellectuals who have memorized books to preserve knowledge for a post-apocalyptic future.

En 'A sangre fría', Truman Capote narra el brutal asesinato de cuatro miembros de la familia Clutter en la tranquila localidad de Holcomb, Kansas, el 15 de noviembre de 1959. La obra sigue la investigación policial, la captura y el juicio de los asesinos, Richard Hickock y Perry Smith. Capote explora las complejidades del crimen, la psicología de los asesinos y el impacto en la comunidad, ofreciendo una visión profunda sobre la violencia y la naturaleza humana en Estados Unidos. La novela es resultado de seis años de investigación y entrevistas con los involucrados en el caso.