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Los Deshabitados
Literary Fiction· Bolivia

Los Deshabitados

by Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1957Spanish
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About This Book

Published in 1957, Los Deshabitados established Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz's 'Los Deshabitados' is a critical examination of Bolivian society and politics. The novel is known for its incisive critique of social injustices and the struggles of the marginalized. Quiroga Santa Cruz's work is a cornerstone in Bolivian literature, offering a powerful commentary on the socio-political landscape of the time. Themes of social injustice, politics, marginalization run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorMarcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz
Published1957
Country of Origin🇧🇴 Bolivia
LanguageSpanish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score30/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇧🇴 Bolivia

This book is part of Bolivia's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

Los Deshabitados offers a poignant exploration of alienation and existential despair set against the backdrop of Bolivia’s socio-political upheaval. Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz employs a fragmented narrative style that mirrors the dislocation experienced by his characters, effectively conveying their struggles with identity and belonging. The novel's significance lies in its unflinching critique of societal norms and the haunting impact of historical trauma, making it a vital work in Latin American literature.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from multiple independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz is a Bolivia author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Los Deshabitados about?

Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz's 'Los Deshabitados' is a critical examination of Bolivian society and politics. The novel is known for its incisive critique of social injustices and the struggles of the marginalized. Quiroga Santa Cruz's work is a cornerstone in Bolivian literature, offering a powerful commentary on the socio-political landscape of the time.

Who wrote Los Deshabitados?

Los Deshabitados was written by Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz, from Bolivia. First published in 1957.

What awards has Los Deshabitados won?

Los Deshabitados has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is Los Deshabitados worth reading?

Los Deshabitados is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in social injustice, politics, marginalization.

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What category is Los Deshabitados?

Los Deshabitados is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Los Deshabitados from?

Los Deshabitados originates from Bolivia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Bolivia on our country page.

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