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The "War of the End of the World" is one of the great modern historical novels. Inspired by a real episode in Brazilian history, Mario Vargas Llosa ...Show synopsisThe "War of the End of the World" is one of the great modern historical novels. Inspired by a real episode in Brazilian history, Mario Vargas Llosa tells the story of an apocalyptic movement, led by a mysterious prophet, in which prostitutes, beggars and bandits establish Canudos, a new republic, a libertarian paradise.Hide synopsis
The War of the End of the World (Penguin Books) – Trade paperback (1997)
by
Mario Vargas Llosa, Helen R Lane (Translator)
Trade paperback, Penguin Books 1997
English
576 pages
ISBN: 0140262601 ISBN-13: 9780140262605
Deep within the remote backlands of 19th-century Brazil sits Canudosa libertarian paradise. Home of prostitutes, bandits, beggars, Canudos embodies the revolutionary spirit in its purest and most apocalyptic form. In one of his most brilliant and tragic novels, Mario Vargas Llosa creates an unforgettable tale of passion, idealism, adventure, and man's struggle to be free.Deep within the remote backlands of 19th-century Brazil sits Canudosa libertarian paradise. Home of prostitutes, bandits, beggars, Canudos embodies the revolutionary spirit in its purest and most apocalyptic form. In one of his most brilliant and tragic novels, Mario Vargas Llosa creates an unforgettable tale of passion, idealism, adventure, and man's struggle to be free.Hide
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Brilliant and fast paced. A book of great depth despite a simple story. The scope of this epic is remarkable. I couldn't wait to get to the end to find out what happened and I was very sorry when it was over.
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Vargas characters and descriptions are really incredible. The book takes you to the story of a revolution in far Brazil, but the characther psyche and their marvelous,even magic enviroment would give you a reading you won't forget.
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