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The General In His Labyrinth
The General In His Labyrinth
Author: Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Edith Grossman (Translator)
General Simon Bolivar, 'the Liberator' of five South American countries, takes a last melancholy journey down the Magdalena River, revisiting cities along its shores, and reliving the triumphs, passions, and betrayals of his life. Infinitely charming, prodigiously successful in love, war and politics, he still dances with such enthusiasm...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780394582580
ISBN-10: 0394582586
Publication Date: 9/5/1990
Pages: 285
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3.8 stars, based on 12 ratings
Publisher: Knopf
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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The book covers the last days of Simon Bolivar. Gabriel Garcia Marquez brings it to life by attempting to distill the thoughts of the General about his life , value and purpose. Going into his despair at the failures of his efforts. It can be described more as a spiritual and mental reliquary than as a biographical work.
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Humorous and historic, this makes for an excellent read.


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