Of Love And Other Demons by Gabriel García Márquez
The novel is a magical realist tale that explores the tragic love story between a young girl who is believed to be possessed by demons and the priest sent to exorcise her. Set in a South American seaport in the colonial era, it delves into themes of forbidden love, the clash between faith and reason, and the oppressive nature of society's norms. The girl's rumored demonic possession and her striking hair that continues to grow after death, as well as the priest's internal struggle between his duty and his emotions, create a rich tapestry of passion and supernatural intrigue, reflecting on the complexities of human nature and the irrationality of love.
The 4670th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1994
- Nationality
- Colombian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Spanish
- Avg User Rating
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(3.6)
- Alternate Titles
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- Aşk Ve öbür Cinler
- Del Amor Y Otros Demonios
- Del amor y otros demonios
- Of Love and Other Demons
- Von Der Liebe Und Anderen Dämonen
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 93rd on 100 Best Novels Written in Spanish in the Past 25 Years (Semana Magazine)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)