A journey to friendship in time of change
Imagine about to celebrate half a century of life, with three decades of friendship behind you, when your best friend reveals a secret of the past that could have altered the course of your existence. What is the answer to this unexpected confession? Perhaps the solution is to rethink your relationships.
Reflections on true friendship
In his new book, Gemma Barberan invites us to reflect on friendship through a narrative that combines humor and sincerity. With a quote from Pablo Escobar that ironizes about the true nature of friends, Barberan prepares us for an introspective journey to the complexity of human relationships.
The study of friendship
Based on research by Jeffrey A. Hall, the story reveals that at least 90 hours is needed to form a significant friendship. The protagonist of the novel, Berta, challenges this theory as she sails by the sea of her social life, in a world full of changes and challenges.
A sàtira look at the daily life
Through the Berta Diary, a woman in the midst of menopause who is presented as a mature bridget, the reader is invited to explore the joys and frustrations of motherhood, separation and daily existence. Barberan’s sarcastic tone brings a fresh air to his reflections, creating a dynamic dialogue with the reader.
The acceptance of aging
Berta offers us a positive view of aging process, highlighting the small freedoms that come over the years. From indifference to other people’s opinions to the joy of a stable relationship, the book offers a list of benefits that invite reflection on the value of experience.
Parallels between adolescence and maturity
Barberan traces a parallel between the ups and downs of adolescence and those of maturity. Hormonal changes, insecurities and betrayals are repeated, reminding us that life, regardless of age, is full of challenges and emotions that connect us with our past.
Nostalgia and current
With references to pop culture and historical events that have marked generations, the novel acts as a time machine that transports readers to significant moments, while also criticizing the way we perceive relationships throughout life.
L’Humor com a Companiment Vital
Berta, with her acid humor and acute observations, reminds us that the heart can be broken at any stage of life, from 17 to 55 years. His reflections on love and friendship make us laugh and think at the same time, revealing the complexity of human emotions.
An invitation to reflection
With ‘One hundred hours to make a friend’, Gemma Barberan invites us to a reading that challenges conventional notions about friendship and maturity. In a world where relationships are increasingly complex, it leaves us an open question: Is it really possible to forge a friendship in just 100 hours?
Presentation of the book
Gemma Barberan will share his work ‘One hundred hours to make a friend’ on May 23 at 19h, in the Obaga bookstore, in an event where the writer Laura Gomara will join the conversation.