Description
In the suffocating atmosphere of 1950s Peru, under the shadow of dictatorship, two men meet in a humble eatery, their chance encounter igniting a profound exploration of a nation's soul. This sweeping novel delves into the labyrinthine corridors of power, exposing the pervasive corruption and moral decay that grip the country. Through a tapestry of interwoven lives and fragmented memories, the narrative grapples with themes of disillusionment, the elusive nature of truth, and the desperate search for individual and collective identity amidst political turmoil. Vargas Llosa masterfully crafts a complex, multi-layered narrative that captures the raw essence of a society grappling with its past and its uncertain future.
Available Editions
paperback
Faber & Faber, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2012
756 pages
ISBN: 9780571268252
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Details
First Published
1969
Language
spa
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Conversation in the Cathedral by Mario Vargas Llosa.