The Peruvian writer Daniel Soria has recently launched two works: a novel and a short story collection. This return to literature invites reflection on the recognition of authors in the local literary scene. Soria, known for his short story collection Tres heridas nocturnas (1999), has brought his work to a wider audience despite having destroyed most copies of his first book at the time.
During a meeting in 2008, Soria shared a draft of his first novel, Monólogo en blanco humo, which he eventually published with the Delfín Arisco publishing house. This work presents two interconnected stories: that of David, a young man searching for his identity in the eighties, and that of Carmela, an educator navigating her life in the sixties. Both characters, with Lima as the backdrop, explore the reconnection between the past and the present.
Soria’s narrative stands out for its ability to create complex atmospheres, surpassing many of his contemporaries. At a time when Peruvian literature is undergoing significant changes, it is worth paying attention to voices like Soria’s. For more details on the current state of Peruvian football, check out our article on Cienciano vs ADT.
