Ediciones Era, a prominent Mexican publishing house, has officially closed its doors after 66 years of operation.
The administration announced the closure of Ediciones Era, a publishing house that served as a major influence on Mexican literature for over six decades. Led by Marcelo Uribe, the team managed to keep the publishing house afloat for 66 years, producing a robust catalog that included works by authors such as Jose Revueltas and Elena Poniatowska. Despite its long history, the house faced significant challenges including debt, a drop in sales, and the impact of the pandemic. The closure marks a significant shift in the Mexican literary landscape, reflecting a broader civilizational change toward a digital-dominated world. While books have traditionally served as a compass for life, the end of this era signifies a transition to a new period where the traditional reading experience is becoming increasingly counter-cultural.
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El anuncio de la crisis de Era 'fue un golpazo'
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Odisea de Era
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