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Discover the captivating narrative of 'The Feast of the Goat', a powerful novel that delves into the heart of the Dominican Republic under the iron fist of dictator Rafael Trujillo. This thought-provoking book, published by Faber in 2012, spans 496 pages and intricately weaves the story of Urania Cabral, a New York lawyer who returns home after years of self-imposed exile. She confronts the haunting memories of her past amidst the terrifying political climate of her homeland.
Through Urania's poignant reflections, readers witness the audacious excesses of Trujillo's elite circle in 1961, set against the backdrop of a nation gripped by fear and deprivation. 'The Feast of the Goat' provides a profound exploration of power, violence, and their far-reaching effects on individuals and families. Vargas Llosa masterfully captures the despair and hope of a country on the brink, illustrating how historical forces can leave irreversible scars on personal lives.
Perfect for readers interested in historical fiction, Latin American literature, and political drama, this gripping tale offers a compelling look at the legacy of oppression and the struggle for identity. Add 'The Feast of the Goat' to your collection today and immerse yourself in a world where the past continuously shapes the present. Delivered brand new and ready to enhance your bookshelf, this novel is a must-read that resonates with themes of resilience and the quest for justice.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571288625
Year: 2012
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 496
Description:
Urania Cabral, a New York lawyer, returns to the Dominican Republic after a lifelong self-imposed exile. Once she is back in her homeland, the elusive feeling of terror that has overshadowed her whole life suddenly takes shape. Urania's own story alternates with the powerful climax of Dictator Rafael Trujillo's reign.
In 1961, Trujillo's decadent inner circle (which includes Urania's soon-to-be disgraced father) enjoys the luxuries of privilege while the rest of the nation lives in fear and deprivation. As Trujillo clings to power, a plot to push the Dominican Republic into the future is being formed. But after the murder of its hated dictator, the Goat, is carried out, the Dominican Republic is plunged into the nightmare of a bloody and uncertain aftermath. Now, thirty years later, Urania reveals how her own family was fatally wounded by the forces of history.
In The Feast of the Goat Vargas Llosa eloquently explores the effects of power and violence on the lives of both the oppressors and those they victimized.
Through Urania's poignant reflections, readers witness the audacious excesses of Trujillo's elite circle in 1961, set against the backdrop of a nation gripped by fear and deprivation. 'The Feast of the Goat' provides a profound exploration of power, violence, and their far-reaching effects on individuals and families. Vargas Llosa masterfully captures the despair and hope of a country on the brink, illustrating how historical forces can leave irreversible scars on personal lives.
Perfect for readers interested in historical fiction, Latin American literature, and political drama, this gripping tale offers a compelling look at the legacy of oppression and the struggle for identity. Add 'The Feast of the Goat' to your collection today and immerse yourself in a world where the past continuously shapes the present. Delivered brand new and ready to enhance your bookshelf, this novel is a must-read that resonates with themes of resilience and the quest for justice.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571288625
Year: 2012
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 496
Description:
Urania Cabral, a New York lawyer, returns to the Dominican Republic after a lifelong self-imposed exile. Once she is back in her homeland, the elusive feeling of terror that has overshadowed her whole life suddenly takes shape. Urania's own story alternates with the powerful climax of Dictator Rafael Trujillo's reign.
In 1961, Trujillo's decadent inner circle (which includes Urania's soon-to-be disgraced father) enjoys the luxuries of privilege while the rest of the nation lives in fear and deprivation. As Trujillo clings to power, a plot to push the Dominican Republic into the future is being formed. But after the murder of its hated dictator, the Goat, is carried out, the Dominican Republic is plunged into the nightmare of a bloody and uncertain aftermath. Now, thirty years later, Urania reveals how her own family was fatally wounded by the forces of history.
In The Feast of the Goat Vargas Llosa eloquently explores the effects of power and violence on the lives of both the oppressors and those they victimized.