Checkpoint Zipolite: Quarantine in a Small Place

Name: Checkpoint Zipolite: Quarantine in a Small Place
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Book Synopsis: “When I first committed to three full months in El Salvador, the feeling that I was signing up for the equivalent of marriage and reproduction was assuaged only by the awareness that, come March 2020, I’d be dashing around Mexico before flying to Istanbul and resuming freneticism in that hemisphere. Little did I know that the scribbled itinerary would never come to fruition, and that I’d only get as far as the coastal village of Zipolite in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, where March 13-25 would turn into March 13 until further notice.”Since leaving her American homeland in 2003 Belén Fernández had been an inveterate traveler. Ceaselessly wandering the world, the only constant in her itinerary was a conviction never to return to the country of her childhood. Then the COVID-19 lockdown happened and Fernández found herself stranded in a small village on the Pacific coast of Mexico.This charming, wryly humorous account of nine months stuck in one place nevertheless roams freely: over reflections on previous excursions to the wilder regions of North Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe; over her new-found friendship with Javier, the mezcal-drinking, chain-smoking near-septuagenarian she encounters in his plastic chair on Mexico’s only clothing-optional beach; over her protracted struggle to obtain a life-saving supply of yerba mate; and over, literally, the rope of a COVID-19 checkpoint, set up directly outside her front door and manned by armed guards who require her to don a mask every time she returns home.

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Are you tired of being stuck in one place? Longing for an escape from the monotony of everyday life? Look no further than "Checkpoint Zipolite: Quarantine in a Small Place" by Belén Fernández. This captivating and humorous account will transport you to the enchanting coastal village of Zipolite in Mexico, where the author finds herself unexpectedly stranded during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Immerse yourself in the world of Belén Fernández as she takes you on a journey through her reflections on previous adventures in wild and unexplored regions across North Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe. Her vivid storytelling will captivate your imagination and make you feel like you are right there with her, experiencing the excitement and unpredictability of travel.

But it's not just about the past - Fernandez's encounter with Javier, a mezcal-drinking, chain-smoking near-septuagenarian, adds an incredible depth to this story. Their newfound friendship on Mexico's only clothing-optional beach brings warmth and camaraderie to an otherwise isolated existence. You will be moved by the connections she forges and the profound impact they have on her life.

As you dive deeper into the book, you'll join Fernandez on her quest to obtain a life-saving supply of yerba mate, a struggle that takes on an unexpectedly significant role in her day-to-day life. It's incredible how the smallest things can become so meaningful in the face of adversity.

"Checkpoint Zipolite: Quarantine in a Small Place" is not just a story about being stuck in one place; it's a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit. Fernandez's encounters with armed guards at the COVID-19 checkpoint right outside her door will make you appreciate the freedom you have and remind you of the importance of compassion and understanding in challenging times.

Don't miss your chance to experience this captivating tale of adventure, friendship, and self-discovery. Step into Belén Fernández's shoes and embrace the unexpected twists and turns of her quarantine journey. Get your copy today and escape into a world beyond your four walls.

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