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Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

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“Love in the Time of Cholera” is a novel written by Colombian author Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Originally published in 1985, it is considered one of Marquez’s most notable works and a prominent example of magical realism in literature.

The story is set in an unnamed Caribbean city during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and it revolves around the themes of love, time, and the human experience. The narrative focuses primarily on the love triangle between the main characters: Florentino Ariza, Fermina Daza, and Dr. Juvenal Urbino.

At the center of the story is the passionate and unrequited love of Florentino Ariza for Fermina Daza. The two young lovers engage in a secret and romantic correspondence, but Fermina ultimately marries Dr. Juvenal Urbino, a respected physician and man of wealth and status. Despite the separation, Florentino remains devoted to Fermina and spends his life in love with her.

The novel explores love in its various forms, including the passion and infatuation of youth, the enduring nature of love over time, and the complexities of human relationships. Marquez delves into the intricacies of the characters’ emotions, desires, and the societal constraints that influence their choices.

The backdrop of the story is the outbreak of cholera, which adds a sense of urgency and impermanence to the characters’ lives and relationships. Marquez uses the cholera epidemic as a metaphor for the fragility and unpredictability of life and love.

“Love in the Time of Cholera” is renowned for its lyrical and evocative prose, its vivid and sensual descriptions, and its exploration of the human capacity for love and resilience. Marquez’s characteristic style of magical realism infuses the story with fantastical elements, blurring the lines between reality and imagination.

The novel delves deep into the complexities of human emotions, the passage of time, and the power of love to transcend societal norms and conventions. It is a poignant and beautifully written exploration of the human heart and the enduring nature of love in the face of adversity and the passage of time.

1 review for Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

  1. Zafar Hussain (Verified Purchase)

    The book is classic therefore won’t comment anything about it. The service of website was good. Chat support is really excellent and answers all queries politely.

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