Short story set in developing country

[Mark]

Hi Folks,

I'm new to this forum but not new to Goodreads. Pleased to make everyone's acquaintance.

I'm trying to identify one of my favorite short stories but have drawn a blank, so am trying here - moderator(s), please feel free to delete if this is inappropriate.

Sort of canonical (I'm sure I read it in junior high school) - an unnamed Western tourist is in some village in an unnamed developing country. He gets thirsty and asks for water from the nearest hut- they dutifully provide. He drinks and drinks, and asks for more to pour all over himself.

[SPOILER]: He later finds out that the only water supply in the entire area comes from one faucet that drips tiny amounts, and the entire village waits in line for hours/days to fill one bucket.

Does this ring any bells for anyone? I'd love to find it again. Thank you.

[DigiWriting]

Mark, thanks for sharing this. Now we're intrigued ;) Hope someone can help out!

[Lura]

I think I've read that story as well, but in college. I may still have the collection it was in around here somewhere... I'll see if I can find it. No promises; I have more books than bookshelves, so finding books can be difficult, especially if it's a college textbook. (Though there is one I think I can locate simply because I keep almost stubbing my toes on it. Now if I can remember which room I do that in... ^_- )

[Amanda]

It sounds familiar to me, but I don't have that book - sorry :( Lura, I hope you find :)

[Mark]

Yes, please! Thanks so much, everyone.

[Lura]

No luck yet. :(

[Alex]

You might like this short story - 'Words in the Wind' - recently published in Revue magazine, with particular relevance to 'Day of the Dead' which is especially relevant in Guatemala - the setting of the story - where giant kites play a big part in 'connecting' mortals with their deceased ancestors. To access the story, click on the 'Read Excerpt' icon below the book cover image for Impromptu Scribe Enjoy!

[Mandar]

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