Terremoto

On Surviving the Disaster of 2001

In this memoir, Guillermo shares his experience on surviving the deadly earthquakes that rocked Central America in the year 2001. The story becomes personal as he narrates the aftermath and daily living in a year that changed the face of the modern world.

©2016 Guillermo Enrique Barahona Chinchilla (P)2021 Guillermo Enrique Barahona Chinchilla

From surviving to thriving

The tension, drama, and danger is that much more palpable thanks to the author's authentic narration performance. It's impressive how Guillermo retains so much positivity and poise after surviving the 2001 Earthquake disaster. I'm reminded of my good fortune and am inspired to take advantage of my opportunities while remembering we are all facing hardships due to Barahona's storytelling.

A powerful memoir

A powerful memoir about Guillermo's experiences surviving the disastrous earthquakes that hit El Salvador in 2001. His detailed accounts express the fear and sadness of that year, from his terrifying experience at home with his brother when the first earthquake hit and his experiences as a fifth-grader at school during the shocks that followed, to the heartbreaking loss of his one true friend. As Guillermo writes, "This story needs to be told...because people forget what a disaster can look like." I'd highly recommend this powerful and moving book.