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The time of the hero
Book • 1966
Mario Vargas Llosa's "The Time of the Hero" is a searing portrayal of life at a military academy in Lima, Peru.
The novel delves into themes of power, violence, and the corrupting influence of authority.
It explores the psychological toll of rigid discipline and the dehumanizing effects of militarism.
Vargas Llosa masterfully weaves together realism and social commentary, offering a critical examination of Peruvian society.
The novel's unflinching depiction of brutality and its exploration of moral ambiguity have cemented its place as a significant work in Latin American literature.
The novel delves into themes of power, violence, and the corrupting influence of authority.
It explores the psychological toll of rigid discipline and the dehumanizing effects of militarism.
Vargas Llosa masterfully weaves together realism and social commentary, offering a critical examination of Peruvian society.
The novel's unflinching depiction of brutality and its exploration of moral ambiguity have cemented its place as a significant work in Latin American literature.
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