Once Upon a Time (Bomb)

The memoir vividly portrays Alfonso Duque the Thirteenth, a young boy navigating life in poverty-stricken El Salvador amid a nurturing family of women. His boyish adventures and love for reading unfold against the backdrop of escalating violence and the Second World War. Local folktales are woven into his story, often humorously adapted by the women in his life, enriching the narrative with cultural depth. Through memory, the author reflects on innocence and nostalgia, creating a poignant exploration of childhood and resilience.