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¿Cómo era Almudena Grandes en la distancia corta? Una emocionante memoria de vivencias compartidas por uno de sus colegas más cómplice.Con humor y mucha cercanía, así evoca Rafael Reig a la escritora Almudena Grandes en este volumen. Un libro que capta, como ningun otro, la personalidad de una autora irrepetible. Un texto que rebosa historias tiernas, que nos ofrece algunos de los momentos y situaciones que mejor retratan a una de las autoras españolas mas leidas, y que su autor ha sabido plasmar con un derroche de cariño y admiracion. En sus paginas, el lector podra comprobar la infinita capacidad que tenia Almudena Grandes de sorprender a los que la rodeaban, desde el dia en que represento, junto al propio autor, una escena del Quijote ante los alumnos del colegio de sus hijos, hasta los encuentros en Mexico o en Cercedilla en los que se hablaba de mucho mas que de literatura. Desde el afecto, Rafael Reig rinde homenaje a una escritora deslumbrante, pero tambien nos ofrece, con una escritura prodigiosa, una vision del mundo de las letras, de las peripecias y anecdotas que tanto fascinaran, por poco conocidas, a los lectores. Lo que se de Almudena es una emocionante e inesperada memoria de las muchas vivencias compartidas por el mas complice de sus colegas.Sobre Cualquier cosa pequeña:Esas cosas que ocurren como si nada y son importantisimas, con una prosa a la vez elegiaca y descacharrante, imaginativa y familiar. Marta SanzPocas veces me ha sido dado leer una novela de espias, subgenero del thriller, mas divertida, hilarante e inteligente como esta ultima narracion de Reig. Juan Angel Juristo, Abc CulturalEl gran hallazgo de esta novela es el cuidado lujoso y melancolico estilo literario del propio Reig para describir atmosferas y personajes pintorescos que nos curan de la nostalgia que sentimos por la ausencia de Graham Greene o John le Carre. Iñaki Ezkerra, El CorreoDesatado y liberrimo Reig compite de buena ley con ciertas locuras de Eduardo Mendoza. Santos Sanz Villanueva, El CulturalReig es una apuesta segura Una mixtura impagable de humor e ironia, uno llega a la ultima pagina con una sonrisa. Iñigo Urrutia, El Diario VascoLleva decadas practicando la aristocracia del buen narrador La literatura actual sin la presencia de Rafael Reig estaria coja. Angeles Lopez, La Razon

El presente trabajo tiene como propósito contribuir a la comprensión psicoanalítica de los aspectos más profundos de los cuentos de hadas clásicos. Tras definir, caracterizar y contextualizar los cuentos de hadas clasicos, se aborda el tema del simbolismo que estos portan. Posteriormente se revisan, critican e integran las diferentes interpretaciones del simbolismo en los cuentos de hadas clasicos propuestas por algunos de los psicoanalistas pioneros mas importantes en este ambito: Sigmund Freud, Otto Rank, Geza Roheim y Bruno Bettelheim. Se pone especial enfasis en el analisis de algunos cuentos de hadas escritos por los hermanos Grimm, debido tanto a la relevancia de su obra como al hecho de que la mayoria de los autores mencionados analizo algunos de sus relatos.En forma posterior, se propone un modelo integrador estructural que organiza el simbolismo de los cuentos de hadas en tres estratos de acuerdo al desarrollo psiquico: preedipico, edipico y postedipico. Esos tres estratos tienden a coexistir en los distintos cuentos de hadas analizados.Finalmente, se aborda la cuestion sobre la existencia de simbolos universales en los cuentos de hadas, analizando los postulados de los autores revisados y proponiendo algunas delimitaciones de este fenomeno.

En un intento por descifrar el legado de un escritor desconocido, el narrador se sumerge en la vida y obra de Esteban Núñez Carlota, un hombre obsesionado con la literatura y marcado por el exilio. Su historia nos lleva desde la convulsa Argentina de los años 70 hasta Paris, donde el protagonista lucha contra la nostalgia, la influencia de Cortazar y la busqueda de una voz propia. Entre manuscritos perdidos, experimentos literarios y un laberinto de referencias, la investigacion se convierte en un viaje personal que desafia los limites entre realidad y ficcion. Un homenaje a la literatura y a aquellos escritores que quedan en las sombras.

Rituales para la amistad es una adición a la nueva colección "Conversaciones" de Almadía. En este ensayo epistolar, las reconocidas escritoras contemporáneas Jazmina Barrera, Elvira Liceaga y Daniela Rea exploran con profundidad el papel y la complejidad de la amistad en la vida. A traves de una narrativa intima y personal, estas tres autoras entrelazan sus experiencias con sus amistades, abordando temas como la perdida, las relaciones pasadas y presentes, la memoria y la evolucion de los afectos a lo largo del tiempo. Estamos ante un libro que respira compasion, ternura y afecto; un viaje intimo y conmovedor a traves de los altibajos de la vida y el poder transformador del afecto compartido.

¿Qué tanto han afectado las "grietas" en tu vida cotidiana? ¿Cuántos puentes has debido cruzar para sortearlas? ¿Acaso las únicas pandemias que nos condicionan son las biológicas?A través de esta crónica autoetnografica, el autor realiza en un recorrido donde lo personal y lo social se entrelazan de manera inevitable. Partiendo de la experiencia de un proyecto educativo en un profesorado, reflexiona sobre la salud, la educacion y las profundas marcas de nuestra cultura politica. Con una mirada critica y una prosa apasionada, nos invita a cuestionarnos sobre las divisiones impuestas, las estrategias de resistencia y la influencia de factores estructurales en nuestras trayectorias individuales y colectivas.Inspirado en la teleologia aristotelica y la psicologia adleriana, este relato no busca respuestas definitivas, sino abrir caminos de interpretacion sobre el devenir humano. Entre grietas que separan, puentes que conectan y pandemias que trascienden lo biologico, el autor nos desafia a pensar nuestro propio lugar en la historia.Un libro que interpela, provoca y nos confronta con las multiples formas en que la vida, la sociedad y la politica se entrelazan en nuestro dia a dia.

Un poemario que nace desde las entrañas de la desolación, en los días lluviosos del alma. Una catarsis emocional que conduce a la esperanza y el renacer. Poemas cortos cargados de intensidad que conectaran con los sentimientos del lector. Desde el desamor hasta la resiliencia. Todo camino que parece perdido es una oportunidad de aprendizaje y fortalecimiento.

Verónica Ormachea emprende con Neruda y su laberinto pasional una nueva aventura, para la que no vislumbro un nombre que la defina mejor que el de bioficción: una biografía con ribetes ficticios, que sin descuidar las referencias espaciales, temporales y vivenciales, confiere la parte del leon a lo que el titulo ya anuncia: un laberinto pasional, amoroso y erotico. Con este laberinto se vinculan expresamente los versos de Neruda, que son aqui reproducidos de modo a la vez reiterado y pertinente. DARIO VILLANUEVA, Real Academia Española. Veronica Ormachea, con un desafiante coro de voces narrativas contrapuestas, se acerca a la intimidad de uno de los poetas mas reconocidos de America latina. Es un Neruda descarnado en la verdad de su vida, por sus obsesiones desnudadas, por la paradoja entre su generosidad para con la sociedad y el brutal egoismo con sus seres mas proximos, por la dureza de sus actitudes y el vuelo poetico de su obra. Una biografia novelada intensa y atrapante. CARLOS MESA GISBERT, escritor y expresidente de Bolivia

Las Malvinas no solo quedaron en la historia, quedaron en la piel, en la memoria y en las cicatrices de quienes las vivieron. Hay momentos en la vida que nos parten en dos: un antes y un después. Este libro es el testimonio de un hombre que, desde su infancia en un pueblo humilde, transito el camino que lo llevo a una de las experiencias mas estremecedoras de su vida: la guerra de las Malvinas.Este relato es mas que una cronica de guerra: es la voz de un soldado que atraveso el miedo, la incertidumbre y el sacrificio, y que aun lleva consigo el eco de aquellos dias. A traves de sus recuerdos, revive no solo el conflicto, sino tambien las emociones, el compañerismo, el frio, el hambre y la soledad que marcaron esos dias y los que vinieron despues.Porque la guerra no termina con el ultimo disparo, sigue viva en quienes la vivieron, en las ausencias, en la lucha por el reconocimiento y en el peso de la memoria. Un relato intimo, sincero y profundamente humano sobre la fortaleza y la huella imborrable de Malvinas.

Los textos secretos y las falsas atribuciones, revelados con rigor en un viaje fascinante a su lado más desconocido.Mucho es lo que se ha escrito sobre Jorge Luis Borges, de eso no hay dudas, y parece que queda poco sobre lo que echar luz. Sin embargo, hay una zona de su obra, o, tal vez mejor, de su quehacer como escritor, que permanece todavia entre tintes brumosos. Es una parte que, las mas de las veces, coincide con sus años de juventud y cierto arrebato inaugural que compartio con su gran amigo de toda la vida, Adolfo Bioy Casares.Borges, textos secretos y falsas atribuciones, el nuevo libro de Alejandro Vaccaro, es un recorrido por aquellos escritos alrededor de Borges que siempre han generado controversias. Se trata, en su mayoria, de trabajos que, sin firma de autor como el famoso texto de La Martona, junto con la biografia de Vicente Casares, el folleto de la compañia Varig o el ensayo "Hacia la Nada", entre muchos otros, le fueron atribuidos de manera apocrifa, o bien negados como de su manufactura. Con extremo cuidado y, una vez mas, siempre fiel al rigor y a la exhaustividad que caracterizan cada una de sus investigaciones, Vaccaro llega para poner blanco sobre negro en esa "zona Borges" hasta hoy incierta y poco transitada.

El chirrido del portón de hierro de la celda fue su última esperanza… Era 1966, Sinatra tenía 5 años sin dormir en una cama. En una celda en la Tercera Compañía de la Guardia Civil, intentará renacer

"La suma de las fantasías dibuja y explora algunas ideas sobre la relación entre poesía, filosofía y arte. Se pregunta por lo poético, indaga por la creación de mundos posibles y hace preguntas desde la ciencia y la literatura. En este recorrido, la semiotica y la filosofia surten el camino de herramientas conceptuales que apuntan, finalmente, a la pregunta por la experiencia humana, por los modos poeticos de habitar el mundo.El libro esta compuesto por cinco capitulos. En el primero, se explora desde a literatura y la filosofia el concepto de mundos posibles, en el segundo, el de representacion de mundo , en el tercero se aborda lo bello y razonable y en el cuarto, en una integracion de lo planteado previamente, se explora el concepto de ecfrasis literaria desde la semiotica, la filosofia y la literatura. finalmente, en el quinto capitulo se habla de la imaginacion literatura, del decir poetico y del habitar poeticamente el mundo."

Romeo y Julieta, de William Shakespeare, es una de las tragedias más emblemáticas de la literatura universal. Ambientada en la ciudad italiana de Verona, la obra narra el amor apasionado y prohibido entre dos jovenes pertenecientes a familias enemistadas: los Montesco y los Capuleto. A traves de una trama marcada por el deseo, el conflicto y el destino, Shakespeare presenta una intensa reflexion sobre la juventud, la impulsividad y las consecuencias fatales del odio heredado.Desde su estreno en el siglo XVI, Romeo y Julieta ha conmovido a generaciones por la fuerza poetica de su lenguaje, la profundidad emocional de sus personajes y su tragico desenlace. La obra no solo ha sido adaptada en innumerables formas teatro, cine, musica y danza, sino que tambien se ha convertido en un simbolo cultural del amor romantico llevado al limite.La vigencia de Romeo y Julieta radica en su capacidad para representar los extremos del amor y el dolor humano, asi como en su denuncia de las divisiones sociales que destruyen lo que deberia unir. Su mensaje sobre la fragilidad de la vida y la urgencia del amor sigue resonando con intensidad en todos los tiempos.

Rosalía de Castro (1837-1885) fue una mujer valiente, consciente de la marginación de la mujer en su época y que, con su obra poética, desbrozó el camino de la poesía contemporánea. Su poemario Cantares Gallegos dignifico la lengua gallega como lengua literaria, recuperando la gran tradicion de la lirica galaico-portuguesa, dominante en la peninsula Iberica hasta bien entrado el siglo XIII. Escribio novelas y articulos; pero fue en la poesia en gallego y en español donde su genio brillo con luz propia, siendo reconocida por autores como Unamuno, Azorin, Juan Ramon Jimenez y Federico Garcia Lorca.

The Making of a Legend - The Founding of Mercedes-Benz and its Early InfluencesThe history of Mercedes-Benz is inextricably linked to the mobility revolution and the luxury associated with its name. With origins dating back to the 19th century, the brand emerged as a symbol of excellence, innovation and prestige. But to truly understand what makes Mercedes-Benz one of the most renowned and respected brands in the world, it is necessary to explore its connection to the secret codes of the aristocracy that shaped its identity.The name Mercedes, which gave rise to the brand, was inspired by a young woman named Mercedes Jellinek, daughter of Emil Jellinek, an Austrian businessman who believed in the power of a brand that transcends the ordinary and enters the world of the elite. The aristocracy, at the time, was a symbol of refinement and wealth, and this was fundamental to building the character of Mercedes-Benz. Jellineks own figure, with his aristocratic connections, directly influenced the design and marketing of early cars.As the automotive industry was just getting started, Mercedes was not just another car. It was built to be a vehicle that exuded status. The use of innovative technologies, attention to detail and, above all, the brands association with a privileged lifestyle, placed Mercedes-Benz in a class of its own, far removed from the masses.Practical Example : Emil Jellinek not only helped found the brand, but also set the tone for how it should be positioned. Rather than focusing on appealing to the mass market, Jellinek wanted Mercedes-Benz to be an exclusive symbol. When he sold the first cars, he made sure they were aimed at high society, a direct reflection of aristocratic values.

The Origin of Red Bull An Energy Drink That Changed the WorldThe history of Red Bull begins in the mid-1980s, when Dietrich Mateschitz , an Austrian businessman, discovered an energy drink called Krating. Daeng in Thailand. At the time, he was suffering from jet lag. lag and realized that the drink helped improve his energy and focus. Inspired by this experience, Mateschitz had the vision to transform this local product into a global brand.The first step was to adapt the formula to suit Western tastes. While Krating Daeng was sweet and had a strong flavor, so Mateschitz tweaked the recipe to create something smoother and more refreshing. He also added carbon dioxide, turning it into a fizzy drink. The name " Red Bull" was chosen because of its universal appeal and association with energy and strength.The initial marketing strategy was crucial to the brands success. Mateschitz didnt just want to sell a drink, he wanted to create a culture around it. He positioned Red Bull as something unique, aimed at people who lived intense and challenging lives. From the beginning, the brand adopted an irreverent and innovative tone, distancing itself from conventional marketing strategies.Why was Red Bull different?While other companies invested in traditional advertising, Red Bull invested in experiences and events that captured the essence of its value proposition: energy, adrenaline and overcoming obstacles. This included sponsorships of extreme sports, music festivals and extreme competitions. This approach helped build a brand identity that went beyond the physical product.Practical Example: Launching on the Austrian MarketWhen Red Bull launched in Austria in 1987, the marketing team distributed free samples at universities, gyms and sporting events. They also organized go-kart races and other extreme events to appeal to the young, energetic audience. This strategy not only generated curiosity, but also created an emotional association between the brand and the active lifestyle. The result was an immediate success, with Red Bull quickly becoming the drink of choice for students and professionals looking for a boost of energy in their daily lives.

The Founding of a Legend Nikes Origins and Phil Knights VisionNike didnt come about overnight. Its journey began in the 1960s with a young man named Phil Knight, who, alongside his mentor Bill Bowerman , found the ideal space to revolutionize the world of sports. Phil Knight, then an MBA student at Stanford University, had not only a business acumen, but a dream of changing the global sports landscape. Nike was born with an inspiring name, "Nike" in honor of the Greek goddess of victory, a metaphor that reflected the brands ambition: not just to be a sports brand, but a brand associated with success.Knight began his career in 1964 by partnering with Bowerman , a track and field coach, in founding Blue Ribbon Sports. In the beginning, the company did not manufacture sneakers, but imported them from Japan and distributed them in the United States. However, Knights grand vision was not just to distribute sneakers, but to create an emotional bond with athletes, a link that made them feel that their success was, in some way, tied to that brand. For him, the key to this success would be to create personalized and innovative products for athletes, products that not only help them improve their performance, but also make them feel unique. The real revolution, however, would come when Nike began to focus not only on developing cutting-edge technologies, but also on strengthening ties with athletes at the beginning of their journeys.Practical example: The most classic example of this vision is the partnership between Nike and runner Steve Prefontaine . Prefontaine , one of the greatest talents in American track and field, was in the early years of his career when he joined Nike. The brand not only supported him with sneakers, but also treated him as a symbolic figure, investing in him as an athlete before his rise to stardom. This commitment resulted in a mutual loyalty that remained strong, with Nike associating its name with the athlete who represented the spirit of overcoming obstacles.

The Founding of a Pharmaceutical Empire: Pfizer and Its Early DaysIn 1849, Charles Pfizer and his cousin, Charles Erhart, founded Pfizer in New York City with a simple goal: to manufacture high-quality chemicals. The company initially started out producing antiparasitic drugs, but soon became known for its ability to innovate and expand its operations. Pfizer pioneered high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing techniques, and sought success through its research and emerging technologies.Over time, the company expanded significantly, absorbing other smaller pharmaceutical companies and strengthening its presence in the global market. The acquisition of new technologies and dedication to research and development (R&D) were the main pillars of Pfizers rise, allowing it to establish a diverse portfolio of medicines, including treatments for heart disease, infections and cancer.From the beginning, Pfizer positioned itself not only as a pharmaceutical giant, but also as a brand willing to invest in innovative scientific research to revolutionize medicine. This positioning was decisive in building its global influence, which, over the years, would become a true "secret" behind its leadership.Practical example: Pfizer, by creating the first large-scale antibiotic, penicillin, helped save millions of lives, consolidating itself as a reference for quality in the treatment of bacterial infections.

The Origins of Pepsi: A Humble Beginning and a Big Dream The story of Pepsi begins in a small pharmacy laboratory in the late 19th century. Like Coca-Cola, Pepsi began as a medicinal tonic. The brands creator, Caleb Bradham, was a pharmacist from North Carolina who dreamed of developing a refreshing drink that would benefit digestion. What he could not have foreseen was that his experiment would become one of the most iconic brands in the world, leading to a rivalry that would span generations. The Historical Context and Emergence of Pepsi-Cola In the late 19th century, the United States was undergoing an industrial transformation. Great inventions were shaping everyday life, and the beverage industry was no exception. Soda was beginning to become popular, driven by a growing interest in carbonated beverages. Caleb Bradham, noticing this trend, developed a special formula in 1893, calling it "Brads Drink". The drink combined sugar, water, caramel, lemon oil, nutmeg and other natural ingredients. The publics acceptance was so positive that, in 1898, Bradham renamed his invention "Pepsi-Cola", a name that referred to two of its main attractions: pepsin, a digestive enzyme, and cola, derived from the kola nut. The promise was simple but powerful: a tasty drink that aided digestion and provided energy. First Steps and Initial Expansion Bradham began bottling and selling his beverage locally, and it grew rapidly. Within a few years, Pepsi-Cola was being distributed to cities across the United States. The pharmacist had bigger ambitions, and in 1902 he founded the Pepsi-Cola Company. The company invested heavily in advertising, using eye-catching posters and persuasive slogans. One of its first slogans was "Delicious and Invigorating," a concept that spoke directly to consumers at the time. In addition, Pepsi was sold in pharmacies, an environment that gave credibility to the promise of health benefits. First Crisis: Bankruptcy and Restructuring The initial success, however, did not guarantee a smooth road ahead. In 1923, the Pepsi-Cola Company filed for bankruptcy due to volatile sugar prices during World War I. Bradham, lacking the resources to sustain the company, lost control of the business. The brand was acquired by investors and went through various managements throughout the 1920s and early 1930s. The big turning point came in 1933, when the company was purchased by Charles Guth, an entrepreneur who saw potential in Pepsi. Under his leadership, the brand underwent a strategic overhaul. One of the most significant changes was the introduction of a new 12-ounce (355 ml) bottle at the same price as competitors were charging for a 6.5-ounce bottle. This move was crucial in attracting consumers during the Great Depression, a time when Americans were looking for more value for their money. Practical Example: The Double for the Same Price Strategy Imagine you are in a supermarket and have to choose between two brands of juice. One of them offers a 500 ml bottle for R$5, while the other sells a 1 liter bottle for the same price. If the quality is similar, which one would you choose? Most consumers would opt for the second option, as it seems like a better deal. This was Pepsis logic in the 1930s. By introducing a 12-ounce bottle at the same price as its competitors, consumers began to see Pepsi as the best value for money. This strategy not only saved the company from bankruptcy, but also put the brand on the path to directly rivaling Coca- Cola. Continued...

The Rise of Volkswagen The Brand That Conquered the WorldVolkswagen, one of the most globally recognized automotive brands, has a history of success that stretches back more than 80 years. Founded in Germany in 1937, the brand quickly established itself in the market due to its commitment to quality, innovation and, above all, accessibility for the masses. The name Volkswagen translates as "peoples car" a reflection of its original vision of creating an affordable vehicle for middle-class German families. Its most iconic model, the Beetle, launched in 1938, became synonymous with ruggedness and simplicity, factors that would define the brand for many decades.Over the years, Volkswagen has not only conquered the European market, but has also expanded internationally, gaining a strong presence in the North American, Asian and other markets. Its factories and production systems were models of efficiency, with the company standing out for its ability to mass produce high-quality vehicles at competitive prices. The brands portfolio has also diversified, ranging from entry-level cars to luxury models, such as those from the Audi, Porsche and Lamborghini lines, brands that are part of the Volkswagen group.Volkswagens rise was marked by a strong brand identity, with an emphasis on consumer trust, a commitment to technological innovation and design excellence. However, what the company did not know was that it would soon face one of the greatest challenges in its history, a scandal that would shake its foundations but also demonstrate the brands resilience.Practical Example: In 2010, Volkswagen launched the new Golf model, betting on innovative technologies such as the TDI engine, which promised better performance and lower fuel consumption. The launch was an immediate success, solidifying the brands image as innovative and sustainable in the global market.Continued...

Samsungs Cultural Roots and the Influence of ConfucianismSamsungs history is inextricably linked to Korean culture, particularly the philosophy of Confucianism, which has shaped the companys work ethic, corporate hierarchy, and strategic approach over the decades. Before we dive into Samsungs journey to global tech dominance, its essential to understand the cultural principles that underpin South Koreas business mindset, and by extension, Samsungs.The Influence of Confucianism on Korean SocietyConfucianism, brought to Korea in the 4th century, became one of the pillars of society. Although it originated in China, this philosophy was adopted and adapted by Koreans, influencing fundamental aspects such as respect for hierarchy, loyalty, collectivism and the pursuit of excellence.The foundation of Confucianism is its emphasis on social order and harmony, values that can be seen at all levels of Korean society. In the business world, this translates into a rigid organizational structure, obedience to superiors, and the valorization of collective effort over individual interests.Samsung has embodied these principles since its founding. Its well-defined hierarchical system and employee sense of duty are direct reflections of this philosophy. Unlike Western companies, where innovation can emerge from a decentralized approach and breaking the mold, at Samsung, progress occurs within a disciplined and meticulously planned structure.Lee Byung-chuls Vision and the Founding of SamsungWhen Lee Byung-chul founded Samsung in 1938, he was already steeped in Confucian culture. The son of an aristocratic family, he grew up in an environment that valued discipline and education. In establishing his company, he applied traditional Korean values to build a strong and resilient organization.Samsung was initially a small food exporter, focusing on rice, sugar and seafood. However, Lee Byung-chuls entrepreneurial spirit, combined with his strategic vision and Confucian pragmatism, led the company to rapidly diversify its business.In the 1950s and 1960s, South Korea was facing economic difficulties, but Lee Byung-chul saw opportunities where others saw crises. He believed in industrialization as a path to economic growth and began investing in strategic industries such as textiles, insurance and electronics. The loyalty and commitment of his employees were essential to the success of this transition.The "Chaebol" and the Confucian Mentality in the Corporate StructureSamsung is part of a group of companies called "Chaebol", an economic model unique to South Korea. Chaebols are family-owned conglomerates that dominate many sectors of the economy and operate with a strong hierarchy and centralization of power. This model is a modern manifestation of the Confucian social structure.Confucian principles shape the way decisions are made within chaebols. Unlike Western companies that encourage independent decision-making, Samsung values conformity and adherence to guidelines set by leaders. This approach has advantages, such as efficiency and consistency, but it can also present challenges, such as reduced flexibility in times of rapid change.Continued...