Carpentier, Alejo
La consagración de la primavera
- ISBN 13:
- 9788491041207
- author:
- Carpentier, Alejo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Alianza Editorial
- language:
- Spanish
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 132
- Dimensions:
- 3.5 x 12 x 12 centimetres (0.56
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
La consagración de la primavera is a novel that explores some of the most significant social and political events of the 20th century. Against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution and the rise of communism, two main characters navigate their own paths to exile in Paris. One is a Russian ballerina fleeing her homeland after the 1917 upheaval, while the other is a member of a wealthy Cuban family forced into exile due to his opposition to the dictatorship of Gerardo Machado. The novel delves into key events such as the Spanish Civil War and the Cuban Revolution, weaving these historical moments into a narrative that explores themes of identity, politics, and social change. Through its characters' experiences, La consagración de la primavera sheds light on the complexities of the 20th century. Alejo Carpentier's work is notable for its nuanced portrayal of the human impact of historical events. With its rich historical context and thought-provoking themes, this novel offers a compelling insight into one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history.
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