Juan Antonio Isla presents ‘Ricarda y otras obsesiones’ in Querétaro

The book ‘Ricarda y otras obsesiones’ by writer Juan Antonio Isla was presented at the Centro de las Artes de Querétaro (CEART). Published by Helvética Ediciones, the work explores human passions, desires, and the complexities of emotional relationships through contemporary narrative.

The event integrated various artistic expressions, including a reading of the story ‘El caballero de terciopelo verde’ by Elizabeth González and Carlos Campos, accompanied by piano performances of Erik Satie’s music by Typhaine Alessandra.

Ana Paola López Birlain, the state Secretary of Culture, attended the presentation. She emphasized the importance of public cultural spaces in promoting literature and contemporary thought, noting that fostering reading contributes to building a culture of peace and supports local writers.