El Boom Latinoamericano
Owen Perez
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Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers Unit 7: El Boom Latinoamericano, focusing on the historical context of the 1960s and 70s (political turmoil, social upheaval, and literary responses). Key themes include dualidad del ser (identity crisis), realismo mágico (fantasy and reality blend), and critiques of societal norms. The guide analyzes works by Borges, Rulfo, Fuentes, Cortázar, García Márquez, and Allende, highlighting key literary devices and themes. It also provides exam tips, practice questions (multiple-choice, short answer, and free response), and common pitfalls to avoid.
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#🕰️ Historical Context: The Roaring '60s & '70s
#🌍 Political Turmoil & Social Upheaval
- Cold War Impact: The Cuban Revolution and the Missile Crisis created a tense global atmosphere. 💥
- Military Regimes: Rise of authoritarian governments in Argentina, Chile, and elsewhere.
- Guerilla Warfare: Increased violence and instability due to civil wars and communist uprisings.
- Counterculture: Youth movements challenged traditional norms and elites.
The political and social climate of this era heavily influenced the themes and styles of the Boom Latinoamericano.
#🎭 Literary Response
- Pushback: Writers used their art to critique the grim realities of their time. 💡
- Visionary: They imagined better worlds as a form of coping and resistance.
Think of the Boom as a literary BOOM! It exploded onto the scene as a reaction to the chaos and change of the 1960s and 70s.
#🎯 Key Themes
#🎭 “El dualidad del ser”
- Identity Crisis: Exploration of personal and national identity amidst political and social changes.
- Examples: "El Sur" and "La noche boca arriba" illustrate this internal struggle.
#✨ Realismo Mágico
- Blurred Lines: The boundary between dream and reality becomes indistinct. 🪄
- Unknown Narrators: Often, the narrator's identity is unclear, adding to the mystery.
- Coping Mechanism: Fantasy worlds allowed writers to envision ideal societies.
Magical realism isn't just about fantasy; it's about using the fantastical to explore real-world issues.
#⚖️ Critique of Societal Norms
- Social Hierarchy: Examination of class differences and their impact on individuals.
- Poverty: Many authors highlight the lives of the poor and marginalized.
- **Power S...
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