Cocorí

Cocorí is a children's book written by Costa Rican author Joaquín Gutiérrez. Published in 1947, it tells the story of a small, mischievous Afro-Caribbean boy named Cocorí who lives on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica.

The story follows Cocorí's adventures and his interactions with the people and animals in his environment. He is curious and eager to learn about the world, often asking questions and getting into minor trouble. A central theme is Cocorí's search to understand the meaning of the color black, which leads him to reflect on his own identity.

The book is considered a classic of Costa Rican children's literature and has been widely read and studied in schools. It portrays aspects of Costa Rican culture and folklore, particularly of the Afro-Caribbean community. However, it has also faced criticism in more recent times for certain depictions that are considered stereotypical or insensitive in contemporary contexts. Despite this controversy, Cocorí remains an important part of Costa Rica's literary heritage and a significant work for understanding the country's cultural history.