Germán Castro Caycedo facts for kids
Germán Castro Caycedo (born March 3, 1940 – died July 15, 2021) was a famous Colombian journalist and writer. He was known for writing about real-life stories and events in Colombia. His books often explored Colombian culture and how society and the economy affected people's lives.
Born in Zipaquirá, Colombia, Germán Castro Caycedo studied anthropology at the Universidad Nacional for three years. From 1967 to 1977, he worked as a writer for the newspaper El Tiempo. After that, he became the director of a TV show called "Enviado Especial" (Special Correspondent). This show was very important because it brought a new, modern style of journalism to Colombia and ran for about 20 years.
His writings have been enjoyed by readers in many countries, including Spain, France, Hungary, Japan, China, and Greece.
Contents
- His Books
- El Alcaraván
- Colombia amarga (Bitter Colombia)
- Con las manos en alto (With the Hands Up)
- El cachalandrán amarillo (The Yellow Cachalandrán)
- El hueco (The Hole)
- El hurakán (The Hurricane)
- El Karina
- Hágase tu voluntad (Thy Will Be Done)
- La muerte de Giacomo Turra (Giacomo Turra's Death)
- Mi alma se la dejo al diablo (I Leave my Soul to the Devil)
- Perdido en el Amazonas (Lost in Amazonas)
- Other Books
- Sources
- See also
His Books
Germán Castro Caycedo wrote many interesting books. Here are some of them:
El Alcaraván
This book tells the exciting stories of pilots in the Orinoco region of Colombia. These brave pilots flew old DC-3 airplanes through tough jungle conditions. They carried people, food, medicine, and even unusual things like beer or animals. Many people say it's one of the most beautiful stories about Colombia.
Colombia amarga (Bitter Colombia)
In this book, Castro Caycedo shares stories he gathered while traveling across Colombia. These stories are about young Colombians, usually between 18 and 25 years old.
Con las manos en alto (With the Hands Up)
This book describes important events from conflicts in Colombia's history.
El cachalandrán amarillo (The Yellow Cachalandrán)
This is a collection of popular Colombian folk tales and stories.
El hueco (The Hole)
"El hueco" talks about how many Colombian citizens moved to the United States, often traveling through Mexico to get there.
El hurakán (The Hurricane)
This book tells two stories at the same time. One is about the first explorers crossing the Atlantic Ocean, facing challenges with enslaved people below deck and the dangers of the jungle. The other story is about the modern-day Colombian Navy sailing the seas. The book makes you think about how much history has changed.
El Karina
"El Karina" is the story of a boat that was sunk by a Colombian Navy ship in the Pacific Ocean. The boat was carrying supplies for an armed group known as the M-19.
Hágase tu voluntad (Thy Will Be Done)
This book tells the story of a Spanish religious leader and a Colombian nun. It explores the views of indigenous people about outsiders, showing how they saw those who came into their lands over time.
La muerte de Giacomo Turra (Giacomo Turra's Death)
This book is about an Italian visitor to Cartagena who dies there. The reasons for his death were never fully clear.
Mi alma se la dejo al diablo (I Leave my Soul to the Devil)
This book is based on a diary found in the jungle. The diary belonged to a man who wrote about his final moments. The book's title comes from the very last words he wrote in his diary.
Perdido en el Amazonas (Lost in Amazonas)
Another one of Castro Caycedo's books that takes place in the jungle, exploring its mysteries and challenges.
Other Books
- Más allá de la noche (Beyond the Night)
- Sin tregua (Without truce)
Sources
- Editorial Planeta Catalog
See also
In Spanish: Germán Castro Caycedo para niños
