A History of Colombian Literature

The international recognition of Gabriel García Márquez has placed Colombian writing on the global literary map. A History of Colombian Literature explores the genealogy of Colombian poetry and prose from the colonial period to the present day, with extensive essays that illuminate the cultural and political intricacies of Colombian literature.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 527 pages
Publication date: 16 February 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

In recent decades, the international recognition of Nobel Laureate Gabriel García Márquez has catapulted Colombian writing onto the global literary map. A History of Colombian Literature delves into the genealogy of Colombian poetry and prose, spanning from the colonial era to the present day. This comprehensive history begins with a comprehensive introduction that charts the development of a national literary tradition. It includes extensive essays that shed light on the cultural and political complexities of Colombian literature. These essays are organized thematically, surveying the multilayered verse and fiction of renowned writers such as José Eustacio Rivera, Tomás Carrasquilla, Alvaro Mutis, and Darío Jaramillo Agudelo. Authored by a host of esteemed scholars, this History also pays special attention to the enduring influence of colonialism and multiculturalism in Colombian literature. This book holds immense significance in the development of Colombian writing and will be an invaluable resource for both specialists and students alike.

ISBN-13: 9781107441453