A Fondo Con María Jimena Duzán Carolina Sanín y su nuevo libro "La Mayor"
May 2, 2025
Carolina Sanín, a talented writer and intellectual, presents her poignant poetry collection 'La Mayor' at the Bogotá International Book Fair. In a riveting discussion, she shares the incredible survival story of four children who endured 40 days in the Amazon jungle following a plane crash. Sanín reflects on metaphorical themes of resilience, the transformative power of poetry, and the deep connection between humanity and nature. The conversation also touches on loss, memory, and the critique of contemporary literature amidst cultural dynamics.
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Amazon Children’s Survival Story
- Four indigenous children survived 40 days lost in the Amazon jungle after their plane crashed near the Apaporis river.
- They were rescued through a unique alliance between Colombian army special forces and indigenous spiritual leaders, inspiring poems and books.
Jungle as Desert Metaphor
- Carolina Sanín connects the Amazon jungle to a desert to capture the paradox of the sea's loneliness and inhospitable nature.
- This metaphor frames the jungle as both abundant in life and as a challenging, imprisoning space.
Eldest Sister as Heroine
- Carolina Sanín began writing poems inspired by the news of four indigenous children being found alive in the jungle.
- She was moved by the strength of the eldest sister, a heroic figure who ensured her younger siblings’ survival.