Chronicle of A Death Foretold [Paperback] Marquez, Gabriel Garcia

Book Details

• Publisher: Penguin

• Author: Gabriel Garcia Marquez

• Language: English

• Edition: Latest

• ISBN: 9780140157543

• Pages: 122

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.0 x 0.5 inches

About the Book

In Chronicle of a Death Foretold, Gabriel García Márquez weaves a compelling narrative, blending the elements of mystery, politics, and the power of memory. Setting out to reconstruct a murder that occurred 27 years ago, Márquez takes the reader on a journey through time, moving backwards and forwards in an intricate dance between the present and past. The novel’s structure, filled with contradictions of memory and fleeting moments, mirrors the ironies of human nature and the complexities of life.

The author’s trademark style of magical realism is infused with poignant social and political commentary, giving the book the qualities of a political fable. Márquez's subtle use of irony adds depth to the story, creating a powerful exploration of fate, honor, and the consequences of violence. This paperback edition, published by Penguin, offers a haunting reflection on how the past lingers in the present, shaping lives and destinies long after the facts have faded into history.