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The House of the Spirits

Isabel Allende
sp. La casa de los espíritus · 1982
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Book Review

The House of the Spirits is Isabel Allende's debut novel, published in 1982, which brought the author international acclaim. The novel is a family saga covering several generations of the Trueba family, beginning in the early 20th century and ending with the military coup in Chile in 1973. The main feature of the book is its magical realism, which combines elements of fantasy and reality, making the narrative engaging and multifaceted. Isabel Allende skillfully intertwines the personal and political fates of the characters, showing how historical events affect the lives of ordinary people. The House of the Spirits carries deep social and philosophical ideas, touching on themes of love, power, betrayal, and forgiveness. The novel has won numerous literary awards and is still considered one of the most important works of Latin American literature.

The House of the Spirits
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Date of publication: 14 May 2024
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Isabel Allende
Original title: sp. La casa de los espíritus · 1982
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