Symbolic Tales
A Compilation of Short Stories
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A mediocre man struggles in the land of the successful.
A celebrity who falls in disgrace finally finds "escape" from his torments.The obsessive search of a man for his lost shadow.
A couple of brothers hunt for an ancient treasure to find something they don't expect.
A man is tormented by super-human powers.
An honest man is finally "vindicated".
A group of pirates planned an assault to Paradise.
A scarecrow longing to become human tastes the results of his endeavors.
Symbolic Tales is a collection of stories, using satire and imaginary renderings, to allegorically express the strivings of Man in society to find a satisfactory solution to his existential needs and urges.
About the Author
Born in Cuba the author is a physician who lives in Chicago. His professional expertise is used to flavor most of the stories.
Among his previous works there are several short novels published both in Colombia and in the U.S.: Letters to Arthur and The Salamana Tree.