El Boom latinoamericano

Realism

Modernism

Magical Realism

Romanticism

His experiences as a lawyer shaped his legal thrillers.

His work as a librarian influenced his fantastical and philosophical short stories.

His travels in Europe led him to write historical fiction.

His military service inspired his war novels.

Existentialism, due to the characters' focus on individual freedom and responsibility.

Absurdism, reflecting the illogical and meaningless nature of the universe.

Idealism, emphasizing the importance of spiritual values and the search for perfection.

Fatalism, suggesting that events are predetermined and inevitable, shaping the protagonist's acceptance of his destiny.

Focused on historical events in Latin America.

Brought international recognition to Latin American writers.

Emphasized traditional literary conventions.

Promoted realism in Latin American literature.

A strict adherence to realistic events and settings.

The complete absence of supernatural elements.

The blending of magical elements with everyday reality.

A focus on political and social issues without imaginative elements.

By strictly portraying local customs without any imaginative elements.

By directly addressing political issues without the use of metaphor.

By integrating supernatural elements to explore social and political themes more imaginatively.

By focusing solely on historical accuracy, avoiding any contemporary issues.

Doctor

Lawyer

Librarian

Gaucho

The protagonist's fear of death.

The protagonist's German heritage.

The essence of the South.

The protagonist's desire for wealth.

By providing Juan with helpful information about his ranch.

By offering Juan a safe place to stay during his journey.

By provoking Juan and leading to the climactic knife fight, embodying machismo.

By representing the welcoming and friendly nature of the South.

Juan's love for books.

The description of the countryside with brick houses.

The gaucho's mysterious silence.

Juan's internal conflict.