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A.A. Alvarez

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February 19, 1982 in Caracas, Venezuela

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http://www.aaalvarez.com

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Literature & Fiction, Nonfiction, Politics

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Alex A. Alvarez (February 19, 1982) is the author of Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant and v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela. Born and raised in Venezuela, he grew up in Caracas and left his country after witnessing social unrest, a major economic disaster, and two coup attempts.

Alvarez first hit the literary scene with Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant (2009), a first-person adventure told from the perspective of an intrepid young immigrant who grew up realizing that home wasn't the place where he was born.

Six months later, he followed up with the Spanish version titled, "Crónicas de un Nómada: Memorias de un Inmigrante" (2009), and twelve months later with "v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militariz...more Alex A. Alvarez (February 19, 1982) is the author of Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant and v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela. Born and raised in Venezuela, he grew up in Caracas and left his country after witnessing social unrest, a major economic disaster, and two coup attempts.

Alvarez first hit the literary scene with Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant (2009), a first-person adventure told from the perspective of an intrepid young immigrant who grew up realizing that home wasn't the place where he was born.

Six months later, he followed up with the Spanish version titled, "Crónicas de un Nómada: Memorias de un Inmigrante" (2009), and twelve months later with "v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela" (2010), a political novel in which he sends Carlos Rodríguez, the "nomad" from his first novel, back to his home country.

"v2036" brings cohesion to a fascinating subject: Venezuelan politics. Through the lives of three resolute men that represent the country's warring factions, the story boldly illustrates that leading the people of a volatile South American nation is anything but an easy task. A military ruler, an opposition activist and an expatriated citizen will play the famous (and infamous) roles that will lead the once proud nation to a brighter future . . . or to its final demise.

Taking historical events as a starting point, v2036 pushes the boundaries of fiction with delightful characters in pivotal roles that will alter not just the way that these events enfolded, but the influence they had in the current socio-political climate of the controversial Bolivarian Republic. As the timeline advances, the story flows through the Venezuela that was to the one that is, and to the one that it might become in the not so distant future, always highlighting the rivalry that divides the most influential sectors of today's Venezuelan society.

"Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant" serves as a prequel to "v2036" and provides an insider's perspective to the world of immigration. It highlights the reasons that entice many of today's young Latin Americans, even those born wealthy, to leave their home countries and try their luck in other continents.

Independent book critics such as the MultiCultural Review Magazine, Midwest Book Review, TeensReadToo, and ReviewYourBook called his novel "captivating," "witty and wise," "inspirational," and one that "should be mandatory reading" respectively. His writing style has also been described as humorous, brutally honest, and touching.

In an interview conducted by Elena del Valle for Hispanic MPR, Alvarez shared:

"When I wrote Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant, I imagined a readership composed of international students who wanted to enjoy an easy read in which they could feel a special connection with the main character. Leaving one's country, one's culture, and one's language behind is an experience that only us immigrants can truly understand. It is a bond that unites us all regardless of origin and I believe that every migrant has a story worth sharing with the world. It would be wonderful if my work could encourage other fellow expatriates to publish their stories as well."

While Alvarez's first novel is too a work of fiction, it is a reflection of his own experiences and also those of the many immigrants with whom he has crossed paths.

Naturally, the author's native language is Spanish. He also speaks Greek, but he will continue to publish his works in English.

For more information, visit www.aaalvarez.com (less)

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Average rating: 4.59 · 17 ratings · 8 reviews · 2 distinct works

	Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant 4.64 avg rating — 11 ratings — published 2009 — 2 editions	My rating:
	v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela 4.50 avg rating — 6 ratings — published 2010	My rating:

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My Poor Rich Country (Nonfiction)

1 chapters — updated May 18, 2011 03:46am

Description: A short essay highlighting the contradictions of a rich third-world nation.

v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela (Literature & Fiction)

2 chapters — updated May 18, 2011 03:39am

Description: "v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela" is a political thriller where presidential elections, coup d’états, international conflicts, and social uprisings put the Bolivarian Republic under the magnifying glass. Driven by iconic characters that push the boundaries of fiction, v2036 reopens many of the wounds Venezuela has sustained through its rocky path to 21st Century Socialism. Following the lives of three resolute men that represent the country's warring factions, the story boldly illustrates that leading the people of such a volatile Latin American nation is well beyond the job description of any single man. A military ruler, an opposition activist and an expatriated citizen will play the famous (and infamous) roles that will lead the once proud nation to a brighter future . . . or to its final demise. Taking historical events as a starting point, v2036 pushes the boundaries of fiction with delightful characters in pivotal roles that will alter not just the way that these events enfolded, but the influence they had in the current socio-political climate of the controversial Bolivarian Republic. As the timeline advances, the story flows through the Venezuela that was to the one that is, and to the one that it might become in the not so distant future, always highlighting the rivalry that divides the most influential sectors of today's Venezuelan society.

Chronicles of a Nomad: Memoirs of an Immigrant (Literature & Fiction)

1 chapters — updated Oct 16, 2010 08:47am

Description: A first-person story told by Carlos Rodriguez, an intrepid young immigrant who embarked in a journey of self-discovery and reflection by confiding his secrets to the reader. Join him in his exciting adventure as he shares his most precious memories about love, family, culture, religion, politics, education, and of course, immigration.

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May 19, 2011 09:17am
A.A. Alvarez wrote My Poor Rich Country: My Poor Rich Country "MY POOR RICH COUNTRY is a country of contradictions; a small patch of land just north of the equator" …more
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A.A. Alvarez wrote v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela: Chapter 5: The Missile Crisis "“From heroism to ridicule there’s only one step.” Simón Bolívar *** The Missile Crisis As a result of th" …more
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A.A. Alvarez wrote v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela: Chapter 7: April 11 "“Damned be the soldier who turns his arms against his own people.” Simón Bolívar *** :: April 11 :: On A" …more
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A.A. Alvarez gave to: v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela by A.A. Alvarez (Goodreads Author) read in October, 2010	My rating:
"v2036: Sustaining Power in a Militarized Venezuela" is a political thriller where presidential elections, coup d’états, international conflicts, and social uprisings put the Bolivarian Republic under the magnifying glass. Driven by iconic characters...more
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A.A. Alvarez liked Jordana's review of Chronicles of a Nomad: " ...is part of our history as aliens immigrant from another nation and sometimes even a totally different country ..as u know haven't finish the book but it already drew me into it for cause of it narrative way to get u 2 the right point of literat... " Read more of this review »
Oct 18, 2010 06:31am · see review
A.A. Alvarez gave to: Crónicas De Un Nómada: Memorias De Un Inmigrante (Spanish Edition) by A.A. Alvarez (Goodreads Author) read in October, 2009	My rating:
Crónicas de un Nómada: Memorias de un Inmigrante, representa un auspicioso debut en el género de ficción para A. A. Alvarez, un joven autor venezolano. Esta interesante novela es narrada en primera persona y es una combinación de las experiencias del...more
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