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The Feast of the Goat: A Novel,Used
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WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATUREIn The Feast of the Goat, this 'masterpiece of Latin American and world literature, and one of the finest political novels ever written' (Bookforum), Mario Vargas Llosa recounts the end of a regime and the birth of a terrible democracy, giving voice to the historical Trujillo and the victims, both innocent and complicit, drawn into his deadly orbit.Haunted all her life by feelings of terror and emptiness, fortynineyearold Urania Cabral returns to her native Dominican Republic and finds herself reliving the events of l961, when the capital was still called Trujillo City and one old man terrorized a nation of three million. Rafael Trujillo, the depraved ailing dictator whom Dominicans call the Goat, controls his inner circle with a combination of violence and blackmail. In Trujillo's gaudy palace, treachery and cowardice have become a way of life. But Trujillo's grasp is slipping. There is a conspiracy against him, and a Machiavellian revolution already underway that will have bloody consequences of its own.'A fierce, edgy and enthralling book ... Mr. Vargas Llosa has pushed the boundaries of the traditional historical novel, and in doing so has written a book of harrowing power and lasting resonance.'The New York Times
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Feast of the Goat'? A: 'The Feast of the Goat' explores the themes of dictatorship, fear, and the complexities of power, focusing on the effects of Rafael Trujillo's regime in the Dominican Republic.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Feast of the Goat'? A: The author of 'The Feast of the Goat' is Mario Vargas Llosa, a Nobel Prize-winning writer known for his impactful literature.
- Q: What is the setting of the book? A: The book is set in the Dominican Republic during the early 1960s, particularly in Trujillo City, highlighting the oppressive atmosphere of Trujillo's dictatorship.
- Q: Is 'The Feast of the Goat' based on true events? A: Yes, 'The Feast of the Goat' is a historical novel that draws on real events and figures from the Dominican Republic's past, particularly the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo.
- Q: What type of book is 'The Feast of the Goat'? A: 'The Feast of the Goat' is a political novel that combines historical narrative with fictional elements, examining the impact of tyranny on individuals and society.
- Q: What is the length of 'The Feast of the Goat'? A: 'The Feast of the Goat' has a total of 416 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its themes and characters.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'The Feast of the Goat' is the First Edition, published on November 9, 2002.
- Q: What format is 'The Feast of the Goat' available in? A: 'The Feast of the Goat' is available in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: What are some critical receptions of 'The Feast of the Goat'? A: Critics have praised 'The Feast of the Goat' as a masterpiece of literature, noting its harrowing power and the way it pushes the boundaries of the historical novel genre.
- Q: Can you describe the main character in 'The Feast of the Goat'? A: The main character, Urania Cabral, is a 49-year-old woman who returns to the Dominican Republic, haunted by her past and the terror of Trujillo's regime, which shapes her narrative and experiences.