The internationally acclaimed author Carlos Fuentes, winner of the Cervantes Prize and the Latin Civilization Award, delivers a stunning work of fi...
read full description
reviews
Jan 08, 2009
Bookmarks Magazine
rated it: 
Readers familiar with distinguished novelist Carlos Fuentes (The Eagle’s Throne, 4 stars Sept/Oct 2006; This I Believe, 4 stars Selection May/June 2005) will recognize elements from his previous works: his formidable political outrage; his evocative language; and his fluid narrative style that incorporates stream-of-consciousness monologues, shifting perspectives, and irregular punctuation. Despite his penchant for experimental styles, critics considered Happy Families Fuentes’ most accessible w
More...
Apr 12, 2011
apoc1985
rated it: 
Debo empezar diciendo que creà que su nombre representaba el de un gran escritor, lamentablemente su selección de cuentos sobre las “familias y sus demonios†son básicamente un despliegue de condescendencia snob hacia los clichés de familias mexicanas y no sólo mexicanas. Entre lÃneas me parece que lo que trata de decir o reflejar es cómo su familia era adepta a sentirse non plus ultra, y por lo tanto denostar a los mexicanos más pobres y algunos de clase media no ilustrada, es constante el uso
More...
Dec 26, 2011
Ben
rated it: 
I truly enjoyed this book because the stories focus on people that have different
problems in their families, immediate and extended. It is not an easy read but I
would hightly recommend it.
problems in their families, immediate and extended. It is not an easy read but I
would hightly recommend it.
Aug 06, 2011
Rodrigo
rated it: 
El primero de Fuentes que no me gusta. Hay algunos relatos muy buenos, como si Fuentes pudiera escribir alguna vez mal, pero el conjunto me aburrió mucho. Ni modo. No siempre se puede...
Aug 07, 2011
Gustavo
rated it: 
Excelente representación de las costumbres, vicios y errores de las familias mexicanas. Desde las más humildes hasta las más complejas, desde las más simples hasta las más poderosas. Altamente recomendable, para leerlo y sobre todo para comprenderlo.
Aug 16, 2007
Oscar
rated it:
Great compilation of short stories. Fuentes includes a broad range of characters from different social classes, economic means, and forms of family structure.
As a whole it shows the great diversity of contemporary Mexican society and how "family" can be understood in more ways than the traditional nuclear mom+dad+kids way.
The stories themselves are full of life, intricate depth, and humor. It is a very enjoyable read especially for those interested in Latin Ame More...
As a whole it shows the great diversity of contemporary Mexican society and how "family" can be understood in more ways than the traditional nuclear mom+dad+kids way.
The stories themselves are full of life, intricate depth, and humor. It is a very enjoyable read especially for those interested in Latin Ame More...
Apr 20, 2009
Olivia
rated it:
I did not like the last story, but otherwise I found the writing in this very compelling and often poetic. He has a gift of writing and understanding people and families, in a kind of disturbing way. Most of my family relationships are not like anything in this book, but I found myself identifying with the root issues. I would probably give it 3.25 stars if you could do fractions.
Jul 29, 2011
David
rated it:
this collection of stories of contemporary Mexican life is a rewarding yet disturbing read. all connected to families, their dysfunctionality reigns throughout.
Jun 26, 2010
Claudia
rated it:
Why do I keep on trying to like short stories when I know perfectly well I don't. But I like Fuentes. This will stay on my "currently-reading" for a long time...
May 26, 2009
Karen
rated it:
Great writing because you know, it's Carlos Fuentes...but really depressing stories. Read at your own risk.
Feb 12, 2012
Feb 10, 2012
Jan 31, 2012
Jan 29, 2012
Jan 29, 2012
Feb 07, 2012
Jan 27, 2012
Jan 25, 2012
Jan 15, 2012
Jan 14, 2012
