In this collection of texts published in El País between 1998 and 2010, Rosa Montero shares some of her favorite works and transports us into a separate literary world, one that is intimate
and yet universalmade up by grand stories, brave heroes, memorable monsters, mysterious youngsters and brilliant villains. In her unique route through literary masterpieces such as The
Arabian Nights, La Regenta (The Regenta), Heart of darkness, Lolita or Frankenstein, Montero reveals unknown tales, shocking life stories and eccentric authors. This passionate work is sure
to become an essential, if unconventional, reading guide for beginner and seasoned readers alike.
