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Mexico, 1991: Black acid rain falls on "Makesicko City", the most polluted, most populated city in the world. Amid this apocalyptic landscape a prize is being offered to the first child born on the 500th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of America. That child is the narrator of this passionate, savage novel by one of the world's preeminent writers. Notes: Translation of: Cristóbal Nonato. Description: xi, 531 p. ; 24 cm. Other Titles: Cristóbal Nonato. Responsibility: Carlos Fuentes ; translated from the Spanish by Alfred Mac Adam and the author. More information: Publisher description Contributor biographical information
Christopher Unborn: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This experimental literary fantasy features a satirical dystopian Mexico with environmental catastrophe, strong language, and mature political/social commentary. Complex narrative structure with an unborn narrator makes it suitable only for mature adult readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include environmental disaster, pollution, and dystopian society.
Who'll love this
Adult readers interested in challenging, literary fantasy with political satire will find this ambitious.