Description
Mario Vargas Llosa's seminal novel plunges into the brutal realities of a military academy, where young cadets navigate a world of harsh discipline, ingrained prejudice, and social stratification. Within these unforgiving walls, survival depends on a complex code of honor and a constant struggle against the system. As secrets and betrayals unfold, the cadets are forced to confront their true selves and the corrupting influence of their environment. This powerful narrative explores themes of masculinity, violence, and the search for identity amidst institutional oppression, solidifying its place as a masterpiece of 20th-century literature.
Available Editions
paperback
Punto de Lectura
Published Jan 1, 2006
444 pages
ISBN: 9788466309158
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Details
First Published
1963
Language
spa
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for La ciudad y los perros by Mario Vargas Llosa.