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Literary Fiction· Colombia

The Informers

by Juan Gabriel Vásquez
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2004Spanish
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About This Book

Published in 2004, The Informers established Juan Gabriel Vásquez as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. In 'The Informers', Vásquez explores the themes of guilt, betrayal, and the legacy of the past. Set in Bogotá, the novel follows journalist Gabriel Santoro as he uncovers a hidden history of Nazi sympathizers in Colombia during World War II. Through a complex narrative structure, Vásquez examines the moral ambiguities of history and the personal cost of uncovering uncomfortable truths. Themes of guilt, betrayal, history run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorJuan Gabriel Vásquez
Published2004
Country of Origin🇨🇴 Colombia
LanguageSpanish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9781594488788
Editorial Score30/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

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

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Country of Origin

🇨🇴 Colombia

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

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Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Informers about?

In 'The Informers', Vásquez explores the themes of guilt, betrayal, and the legacy of the past. Set in Bogotá, the novel follows journalist Gabriel Santoro as he uncovers a hidden history of Nazi sympathizers in Colombia during World War II. Through a complex narrative structure, Vásquez examines the moral ambiguities of history and the personal cost of uncovering uncomfortable truths.

Who wrote The Informers?

The Informers was written by Juan Gabriel Vásquez, from Colombia. First published in 2004.

What awards has The Informers won?

The Informers has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Informers worth reading?

The Informers 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 guilt, betrayal, history.

Where can I buy The Informers?

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What category is The Informers?

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

What country is The Informers from?

The Informers originates from Colombia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Colombia on our country page.

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