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Contemporary Fiction

The House of the Spirits

Isabel Allende
1 min read·sp. La casa de los espíritus · 1982
Summary by the Litseller editorial team.·Date of publication: 14 May 2024·Updated: 14 November 2026
Interesting Facts

Interesting Facts

  • The book spans four generations of the Trueba family and explores themes of love, politics, and the supernatural.
  • The work features elements of magical realism, making it unique and captivating.
  • The main character, Clara, possesses psychic abilities and can foresee the future.
  • The book was written during a period of political instability in Chile, which is reflected in its content and themes.
  • The work was adapted into a film in 1993, featuring actors such as Meryl Streep and Jeremy Irons.
  • The book was inspired by Isabel Allende's own family history, giving it autobiographical elements.
The House of the Spirits
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Author: 
Isabel Allende
Original title: sp. La casa de los espíritus · 1982
Content: 
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