Latin American literary works we must not fail to read
Here we show you icons of Latin American literature that we must not fail to read
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Latin American literary works we must not fail to read
Here we show you icons of Latin American literature that we must not fail to read
Hopscotch by Julio Cortázar (1963)
One of the first surrealist works of Latin American literature. As an additional note, this novel can be read in 3 different ways, starting from different pages.
One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez (1967)
Brilliant work by the Colombian Nobel Prize winner. A fascinating story that takes us to Macondo, an imaginary town that could well be any town in Latin America, a family story that lasts 100 years.
Ficciones by Jorge Luis Borges (1944)
Collection of short stories divided into 2 parts: 'The Garden of Forking Paths' and 'Artifices'. This brilliant work by the late Argentine writer is considered by many to be the best Latin American work of all time.
The Tunnel by Ernesto Sábato (1948)
Masterwork by the Argentine writer, which presents a vision of existentialist metaphysics. This work, which could be classified as abstract and with psychological structure, is a new perspective on literature in Spanish.
Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair by Pablo Neruda (1924)
One of the celebrated works of the brilliant Chilean poet. It was written when Neruda was only 19 years old, but despite his youth, the vision of love reflected in the 20 poems is simply brilliant.
The City and the Dogs by Mario Vargas Llosa (1963)
One of the best demonstrations of the narrative style of the Peruvian writer. A story full of realism with unforgettable characters. This is one of the books that opened the famous 'Latin American Boom' movement.
Trilce by César Vallejo (1922)
Most famous poem by the brilliant and obscure Peruvian poet. This collection of poems is considered the most representative work of the poetic avant-garde of the Spanish language.
Pedro Páramo by Juan Rulfo (1955)
One of the masterpieces by the Mexican writer, from the movement called 'magical realism'. This work is considered one of the 100 best works in Spanish and recognized as Rulfo's masterpiece.
The Labyrinth of Solitude by Octavio Paz (1950)
Work in which the Mexican writer masterfully presents his country's society, psychology, and other details that result in a brilliant work. The work consists of 9 essays and later 3 more were added.
The Kingdom of This World by Alejo Carpentier (1962)
Masterwork by the Cuban writer, written with simple mastery that quickly captivates the reader. This historical novel takes us to an important era seen from another perspective and place.
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