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A Companion to Gabriel Garca Mrquez (Monografas A) (Volume 276),Used
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This book offers discussion and analysis of the subtle writing of Nobel Laureate Gabriel Garca Mrquez a traditionalist who draws from classic Western texts, a Modernist committed to modernizing the conservative literary tradition in Colombia and Latin America, an internationally recognized major writer of the 1960s Boom, the key figure in popularizing what has been called 'magic realism' and, finally, a Modernist who has occasionally engaged in some of the strategies of the postmodern. The author demonstrates that Garca Mrquez is above all a committed and highly accomplished Modernist fiction writer who has successfully synthesized his political vision in his writing and absorbed a vast array of cultural and literary traditions. Drawing on Garca Mrquez's interviews with Williams and others over the years, the book also explores the importance of the nonliterary, the presence of oral tradition and the visual arts, thus providing a more complete insight into Garca Mrquez's strategies as a Modernist with heterogeneous aesthetic interests, as well as an understanding of his social and political preoccupations. RAYMOND LESLIE WILLIAMS is Professor of Latin American Literature at the University of California, Riverside.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Garca Mrquez, the Modernists and the BoomCien aos de soledad and the Macondo CycleEl otoo del patriarca and the Political WritingsEl amor en los tiempos de clera, Crnica de una muerte anunciada and La increble y triste historia de la cndida Erndira y de su abuela desalmadaRecent WritingEpilogue
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Companion to Gabriel García Márquez'? A: The book provides a discussion and analysis of Gabriel García Márquez's writing, highlighting his role as a Modernist fiction writer and his contributions to the genre of magic realism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Raymond Leslie Williams, who is a Professor of Latin American Literature at the University of California, Riverside.
- Q: When was 'A Companion to Gabriel García Márquez' published? A: The book was published on May 20, 2010.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in the book? A: Key themes include García Márquez's synthesis of political vision in his writing, the influence of oral tradition, and the integration of visual arts in his literary work.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with García Márquez? A: Yes, the book offers insights into García Márquez's strategies and aesthetics, making it accessible to readers new to his work, as well as those familiar with his writing.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being offered? A: The book is listed as in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been previously used but remains in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 200 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a quality feel.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide about García Márquez's writing style? A: The book analyzes García Márquez's Modernist approaches, his literary influences, and the cultural traditions that inform his storytelling techniques.
- Q: Are there any specific works of García Márquez discussed in this book? A: Yes, the book discusses several of his notable works, including 'Cien años de soledad', 'El otoño del patriarca', and 'El amor en los tiempos de cólera'.