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The House of the Spirits

Isabel Allende
sp. La casa de los espíritus · 1982
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Historical Context and Significance

Historical Context and Significance

The House of the Spirits is the debut novel of Chilean writer Isabel Allende, first published in 1982. The book is considered one of the finest examples of magical realism and had a tremendous impact on the development of Latin American and world literature. The novel explores complex themes of identity, memory, love, and revolution through the story of several generations of the Trueba family, while reflecting the socio-political changes in Chile. The House of the Spirits not only brought Allende international fame but also contributed to expanding the boundaries of the genre by combining elements of personal and collective history with mystical and surreal elements, thus deeply influencing the perception and value of magical realism worldwide.

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