El lápiz del carpintero [The Carpenter's Pencil] by Manuel Rivas

El lápiz del carpintero [The Carpenter's Pencil]

A Prisoner's Masterpiece: Unique Narration Meets Literary Genius

Written byManuel Rivas
Narrated byJuan Magraner
Length4h20m
Release dateOctober 3, 2017
Languagespanish
★★★★ 4.1 (28 ratings)

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AuthorManuel Rivas
NarratorJuan Magraner
Runtime4h20m
PublishedOctober 3, 2017
Rating★★★★ 4.1 / 5 (28 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Magical Realism, War & Military, World Literature, United States, Latino American
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Experience the profound narrative of 'El lápiz del carpintero' by Manuel Rivas, brought to life through the skilled narration of Juan Magraner. This literary journey takes you deep into the mind of a painter imprisoned in Santiago de Compostela during the summer of 1936. Through his art, he draws the Pórtico de la Gloria with nothing but a carpenter's pencil, transforming his cells and fellow prisoners' faces into intricate murals. The audiobook captures the haunting beauty and resilience of human spirit through a blend of literary fiction and personal storytelling that will leave you both moved and intrigued.

Tags: Literary FictionPrison StoriesArt and ResistanceSpanish LiteratureAudiobook Narration

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  • Expert narration by Juan Magraner brings every character and scene to life across 4h20m of immersive audio.
  • Bestseller-quality story from Manuel Rivas, rated 4.1 stars by 28 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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Juan Magraner’s narration is a true asset to 'El lápiz del carpintero.' His deep, resonant voice brings each character to life with clarity and emotion. The pacing is impeccable, allowing the narrative to unfold seamlessly as if it were unfolding before your eyes. Rivas’ story is a poignant exploration of creativity under oppression, where a simple pencil transforms not only a prison wall but also the souls of those around him. However, the audiobook could benefit from clearer transitions between scenes and perhaps more dynamic vocal inflections during particularly emotional passages to fully convey the intensity of the narrative.

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