Books like War by Candlelight by Daniel Alarcón
Daniel Alarcón’s debut collection, War by Candlelight, presents a series of short stories that span from Lima to New York, exploring the personal and political impacts of war on ordinary lives. The narrative moves between third‑world urban centers, border regions and inner-city streets, offering poignant snapshots of conflict, emigration, and the social tensions that shape contemporary society. Alarcón’s writing is noted for its clarity, compassion and lyricism, making these stories both unforgettable portraits of a world in flux and a significant contribution to modern literary fiction.
First publish date: April 4, 2005
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Daniel Alarcón
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