Conversation in the Cathedral by Mario Vargas Llosa
Set in mid-20th century Peru, "Conversation in the Cathedral" is a complex narrative that explores the corruption, decay, and turmoil of the society under the dictatorial rule of Manuel A. Odria. The story mainly revolves around two characters - a wealthy newspaper owner's son and his family's former chauffeur. Their chance meeting leads to a lengthy conversation that unravels the intricate web of political and personal corruption, disillusionment, and lost dreams in their lives and in their country. The novel is a profound examination of the power dynamics, societal decay, and the human condition in a politically oppressive environment.
The 1227th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1969
- Nationality
- Peruvian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 600-750
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Spanish
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- 11th on El Pais Favorite Books of 100 Spanish Authors (El Pais)
- 37th on Kanon na koniec wieku (Canon at the end of the century) (Rzeczpospolita (newspaper))
- 661st on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)