Erlinda Geronimo Santos

Broschiertes Buch

Fork

An Odyssey: A Memoir of Appetite, Adventure & Accidental Romance

Beschreibung

FORK: An Odyssey A Memoir of Appetite, Adventure & Accidental Romance A journey through tastes, textures, and transformation-this is an odyssey of discovery, surprises, and the profound impact each chapter of adventure and misadventure brings. The story opens with the protagonist embarking on a flight with nothing more than a passport, a journal, and a fork-a symbol of both appetite and agency. Not intending to find love or gourmet seduction in each city, the journey unfolds as an exploration of culture and self, with meals serving as markers of transcendence and connection. The Fork as Compass The fork becomes a compass, not pointing north but directing toward noodles in Tokyo, dumplings in Beijing, Guinness in Dublin, and spring rolls in Manila. This is not simply a travelogue, but a culinary pilgrimage-a narrative in which taste becomes a language, and quiet moments between meals redefine identity. Andrea, the narrator, introduces her story, - a transition from laughter in the markets of Singapore to the sting of wasabi in Kyoto, from the indulgence of escargot and foie gras in Paris to the architectural marvel of a soufflé. The journey is not just a feat for the taste buds, but a feast for the soul, shaped by landscapes, architecture, and intimate encounters with history, such as the sombre experience at Auschwitz. Each meal is a moment to remember, each mishap a monument to human foibles, each friendship a testament to the odyssey's joy. The pursuit is not for definitive answers, but for the thrill of freedom and the beauty of being lost in translation. A Culinary and Emotional Journey Every chapter marks a new city, a new plate, and a new connection-sometimes tender, sometimes absurd, always human. From solo dining to shared tables with strangers who become stories (and occasionally more), Andrea's journey is as much about becoming as it is about tasting. She holds a plain, well-used fork-her trusty tool as she sets out to rediscover herself and the world.

Autor

This is her second publication. Her first book, THE GIRL IN THE BARREL, was released in 2024 under the pseudonym Andrealinda de Santos. She is a practising lawyer and a competent educator. She taught law subjects. Erlinda Geronimo Santos authors stories of love, mystery and resilience that cross borders and test the heart. Drawing from her travels and encounters around the world, her novels combine real human experience with imaginative story telling. Erlinda enjoys operas, reading crime and romance novels, and exploring themes of justice, technology, and the human spirit. She is a pro-bono legal adviser for two community associations, had been a director of three non-profit organisations and founded an advocacy group supporting victims of domestic and family violence. She started her university education at age l5, while working full time in a government department. She graduated with a degree in Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude and finished Master of Arts in Literature. In Australia, she completed Bachelor of Laws and Master of Educational Administration in the prestigious University of New South Wales, Australia. She served as City Councilor for 5 years in a local government council in Western Sydney. In a book published in 2022 by the Philippine Embassy in Australia entitled "TODAY'S FILIPINO AUSTRALIAN WOMEN" celebrating the 75 years of diplomatic relations between Australia and the Philippines, the author was featured as one of the 75 extraordinary women who through their sheer hard work and community leadership, contributed to shaping the Australia-Philippines relationships.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Author Solutions Inc
• Seitenzahl: 148
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. September 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 209g
• ISBN-13: 9798765203910
• Artikelnr.: 75606079