Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter
Description
Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1950s Lima, this novel follows young Marito as his life is irrevocably altered by two extraordinary arrivals. His recently divorced Aunt Julia, thirteen years his senior, ignites a passionate and secret affair, while the eccentric radio scriptwriter Pedro Camacho plunges Marito into the chaotic world of sensationalist soap operas and his own descent into madness. As Marito navigates this tumultuous period, the author masterfully weaves together the threads of his burgeoning romance and Camacho's increasingly fevered narratives. This hilarious and mischievous tale explores themes of love, obsession, and the power of storytelling, solidifying its place as a modern classic.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin
Published Jan 1, 1995
374 pages
ISBN: 9780140248920
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Details
First Published
1977
Language
spa
Translation
From: spa
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter by Mario Vargas Llosa.