María Ospina Pizano's Non-Human Creatures in 'Qui solo per poco'
The article reviews María Ospina Pizano's work, focusing on her non-human characters who are deprived of belonging, freedom, and safety, serving as victims and witnesses of human oppression. Her book 'Qui solo per poco', translated by Amaranta Sbardella and published in Italy by Edicola Edizioni last year, stands out among Latin American works for its portrayal of these creatures' dignified persistence in hostile environments shaped by asymmetric coexistence with humans. The narrative follows five protagonists whose safety is precarious.
Key facts
- María Ospina Pizano is a Colombian author.
- Her book 'Qui solo per poco' was published in Italy by Edicola Edizioni.
- The translation is by Amaranta Sbardella.
- The book was published last year (2025).
- The narrative follows five female protagonists.
- The creatures are described as deprived of belonging, freedom, and safety.
- The work is considered a notable Latin American addition to the Italian publishing scene.
- The creatures act as victims and witnesses of human oppression.
Entities
Artists
- María Ospina Pizano
Institutions
- Edicola Edizioni
Locations
- Italy
- Colombia