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Literary Fiction· Colombia

Love in the Time of Cholera

by Gabriel García Márquez
Aggregate Editorial Score70/100
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Published 1985451 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Few works of literary fiction have earned the sustained critical attention that Love in the Time of Cholera (1985) by Gabriel García Márquez continues to receive. Florentino Ariza waits more than fifty years for Fermina Daza, the love of his youth who chose a more respectable suitor, her husband Dr. Juvenal Urbino. When the doctor dies, Florentino finally declares his love. García Márquez's most accessible novel is a profound meditation on the many forms of love and the passage of time. Themes of love, aging, time run through the work. The book has received recognition from Nobel Prize in Literature 1985.

Book Details

AuthorGabriel García Márquez
Published1985
Country of Origin🇨🇴 Colombia
LanguageEnglish
Pages451
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780307389732
Editorial Score70/100
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Country of Origin

🇨🇴 Colombia

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

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1985, Gabriel García Márquez's Love in the Time of Cholera is a work of literary fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with love, aging, time, Colombia gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. Among its recognitions: Nobel Prize in Literature 1985. With an editorial score of 70/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. What distinguishes Love in the Time of Cholera is how it handles its central concerns — love, aging, time, Colombia — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. Gabriel García Márquez's role in the literature of Colombia is well established. Love in the Time of Cholera can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 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.

Awards & Recognition

Nobel Prize in Literature
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198560
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About the Author
Gabriel García Márquez
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Gabriel García Márquez is a celebrated author from Colombia known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Love in the Time of Cholera about?

Florentino Ariza waits more than fifty years for Fermina Daza, the love of his youth who chose a more respectable suitor, her husband Dr. Juvenal Urbino. When the doctor dies, Florentino finally declares his love. García Márquez's most accessible novel is a profound meditation on the many forms of love and the passage of time.

Who wrote Love in the Time of Cholera?

Love in the Time of Cholera was written by Gabriel García Márquez, from Colombia. First published in 1985.

What awards has Love in the Time of Cholera won?

Love in the Time of Cholera has received the following awards and honours: Nobel Prize in Literature 1985.

Is Love in the Time of Cholera worth reading?

Love in the Time of Cholera is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 60/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in love, aging, time.

Where can I buy Love in the Time of Cholera?

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What category is Love in the Time of Cholera?

Love in the Time of Cholera is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Love in the Time of Cholera from?

Love in the Time of Cholera originates from Colombia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Colombia on our country page.

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