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Literary Fiction· Spain

The Family of Pascual Duarte

by Camilo José Cela
Aggregate Editorial Score63/100
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Published 1942Spanish
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About This Book

Published in 1942, The Family of Pascual Duarte established Camilo José Cela as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. This novel is a harrowing exploration of violence and existential despair, told through the confessions of Pascual Duarte, a man sentenced to death. Cela's work is a cornerstone of the Spanish literary movement known as 'tremendismo', characterized by its stark realism and focus on the darker aspects of human nature. Themes of violence, fate vs. free will, family dynamics run through the work. The book has received recognition from Nobel Prize in Literature 1989.

Book Details

AuthorCamilo José Cela
Published1942
Country of Origin🇪🇸 Spain
LanguageSpanish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN978-1564783590
Editorial Score63/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

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

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Country of Origin

🇪🇸 Spain

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

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Awards & Recognition

Nobel Prize in Literature
winner · global
19890
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About the Author
Camilo José Cela
Spain
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Family of Pascual Duarte about?

This novel is a harrowing exploration of violence and existential despair, told through the confessions of Pascual Duarte, a man sentenced to death. Cela's work is a cornerstone of the Spanish literary movement known as 'tremendismo', characterized by its stark realism and focus on the darker aspects of human nature.

Who wrote The Family of Pascual Duarte?

The Family of Pascual Duarte was written by Camilo José Cela, from Spain. First published in 1942.

What awards has The Family of Pascual Duarte won?

The Family of Pascual Duarte has received the following recognition: Nobel Prize in Literature 1989.

Is The Family of Pascual Duarte worth reading?

The Family of Pascual Duarte is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 63/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in violence, fate vs. free will, family dynamics.

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What category is The Family of Pascual Duarte?

The Family of Pascual Duarte is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Family of Pascual Duarte from?

The Family of Pascual Duarte originates from Spain's literary tradition. Explore more books from Spain on our country page.

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