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Discover 'The War of the End of the World', an extraordinary novel by Mario Vargas Llosa that delves deep into the tumultuous landscape of nineteenth-century Brazil. Set in the isolated backlands of Canudos, a haven for society's outcasts — including prostitutes, bandits, and beggars — the book explores themes of revolution, desolation, and the quest for a libertarian paradise. This compelling narrative depicts the dramatic clash between the idealistic residents of Canudos and the oppressive Brazilian government, determined to stamp out the revolutionary spirit emanating from this forgotten realm.
Rich in historical context, 'The War of the End of the World' is not just a story, but a vivid portrayal of Latin American revolutionary history, capturing the fervor of a time when people yearned for freedom against all odds. Vargas Llosa intricately weaves characters from both sides of the conflict, showcasing the complexities of human nature amidst the backdrop of violence and fanaticism.
With 768 captivating pages filled with passion and tragedy, this bestselling literary work is a must-have for fans of historical fiction and political narratives. Experience the magnificence of Vargas Llosa’s prose and the lessons of a turbulent past that resonate today.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571288632
Year: 2012
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 768
Delivery Information: We ensure prompt and reliable delivery of this book right to your doorstep. Choose from various shipping options to suit your needs and enjoy tracking your order until it reaches you.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571288632
Year: 2012
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 768
Description:
Deep within the remote backlands of nineteenth-century Brazil lies Canudos, home to all the damned of the earth: prostitutes, bandits, beggars, and every kind of outcast. It is a place where history and civilization have been wiped away. There is no money, no taxation, no marriage, no census. Canudos is a cauldron for the revolutionary spirit in its purest form, a state with all the potential for a true, libertarian paradise - and one the Brazilian government is determined to crush at any cost.
In perhaps his most ambitious and tragic novel, Mario Vargas Llosa tells his own version of the real story of Canudos, inhabiting characters on both sides of the massive, cataclysmic battle between the society and government troops. The resulting novel is a fable of Latin American revolutionary history, an unforgettable story of passion, violence, and the devastation that follows from fanaticism.
Rich in historical context, 'The War of the End of the World' is not just a story, but a vivid portrayal of Latin American revolutionary history, capturing the fervor of a time when people yearned for freedom against all odds. Vargas Llosa intricately weaves characters from both sides of the conflict, showcasing the complexities of human nature amidst the backdrop of violence and fanaticism.
With 768 captivating pages filled with passion and tragedy, this bestselling literary work is a must-have for fans of historical fiction and political narratives. Experience the magnificence of Vargas Llosa’s prose and the lessons of a turbulent past that resonate today.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571288632
Year: 2012
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 768
Delivery Information: We ensure prompt and reliable delivery of this book right to your doorstep. Choose from various shipping options to suit your needs and enjoy tracking your order until it reaches you.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571288632
Year: 2012
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 768
Description:
Deep within the remote backlands of nineteenth-century Brazil lies Canudos, home to all the damned of the earth: prostitutes, bandits, beggars, and every kind of outcast. It is a place where history and civilization have been wiped away. There is no money, no taxation, no marriage, no census. Canudos is a cauldron for the revolutionary spirit in its purest form, a state with all the potential for a true, libertarian paradise - and one the Brazilian government is determined to crush at any cost.
In perhaps his most ambitious and tragic novel, Mario Vargas Llosa tells his own version of the real story of Canudos, inhabiting characters on both sides of the massive, cataclysmic battle between the society and government troops. The resulting novel is a fable of Latin American revolutionary history, an unforgettable story of passion, violence, and the devastation that follows from fanaticism.