Pantalones cortos is a book by Lara Ríos, a pseudonym of Marilyn Echeverría Zücher, a Costa Rican writer of children's books. The book was first published in 1996 by Grupo Editorial Norma, and has since been reprinted several times. It is part of the Torre de papel: Azul collection, which is aimed at young readers aged 10 to 12.
The book is written in the form of a diary, narrated by Arturo, an 11-year-old boy who lives in San José, the capital of Costa Rica. Arturo writes about his daily life, his family, his school, his friends, and his adventures. He also shares his thoughts and feelings about various topics, such as love, friendship, death, poverty, justice, and dreams. The book portrays the reality of Costa Rica in the 1990s, with its social and economic problems, as well as its cultural and natural diversity.
Pantalones cortos has been praised by critics and readers for its humor, realism, and sensitivity. It has also been used as a teaching material in schools and libraries. The book has won several awards, such as the Premio Nacional de Literatura Infantil y Juvenil Aquileo J. Echeverría in 1997, and the Premio Iberoamericano de Literatura Infantil y Juvenil SM in 2003. It has also been translated into English, French, Portuguese, and Catalan.
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We hope you enjoy reading Pantalones cortos and learning more about Costa Rica and its culture.
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