Book launch for ‚Patricio Anís‘ by Marcos Hormiga in Gran Tarajal
Marcos Hormiga will be presenting his novel «Patricio Anís», which tells the story of Patricio N.'s emigration from Fuerteventura to Uruguay. The book explores themes of migration, poverty, love and hope. The presentation is aimed at adults; admission is free, subject to availability.
Thursday19November 2026
When
Thursday 19 November 2026
Where
Sala Polivalente de la Biblioteca de Gran Tarajal (Biblioteca Insular de Gran Tarajal)
Sala Polivalente de la Biblioteca de Gran Tarajal (Biblioteca Insular de Gran Tarajal), Tuineje · Get directions
The book is set during a period of hardship on Fuerteventura, when the land could no longer feed its inhabitants. Patricio N. decides to set off for America, leaving his family and homeland behind. All around him, entire families are selling their land, livestock and possessions to pay for the crossing to Uruguay. They hope to find, on the other side of the Atlantic, the opportunity that the island denies them.
The narrative voice is deeply rooted in Canary Islands colloquial speech. Through Patricio's journey, "Hormiga" paints a picture of an entire era: men and women must choose between their own roots and taking the plunge into the sea in search of a better life.
The presentation will take place in the multi-purpose hall of the Gran Tarajal library, the Biblioteca Insular on Calle Tindaya.
