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'Captains of Sand'by Jorge Amado is a picturesque and heartfelt work that takes the reader into the world of street children and teenagers living in the port city of Salvador in Brazil. The novel tells the story of a group of children who become "captains of sand," inhabitants of a street world full of dangers and difficulties.

The main characters are children forced to live on the streets due to adverse circumstances. They form their own gang and teach each other to survive in a brutal reality. Their lives are full of adventures, dangers, and small joys that make their friendships and relationships especially valuable.

Amadou masterfully depicts the daily lives of these children, their dreams and aspirations, and an inner world full of hope and fear. The novel addresses important social and economic issues such as poverty, inequality, and the struggle for a better future.

Sand captains is not only a social picture of the life of street children, but also an emotional and inspiring work about human resilience and the desire for the best. The audiobook will be of interest to those looking for a deep and instructive story about life, friendship and social justice.

• By Georges Amadou

• Title: Captains of Sand

• Genre: Social Romance, Drama

• Format: Audiobook

• Duration: Unknown

• Publisher: Unknown

• Rating: Unknown

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