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Category Fiction
Publication Year 2024
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English

ISBN 9781784879419

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Amulet

By Roberto Bolaño · Published by Vintage

Who it's for: Readers interested in introspective, surreal fiction

Amulet by Roberto Bolaño is a monologue narrated by Auxilio Lacouture, a Uruguayan poet living in Mexico City. Set against the backdrop of the 1968 Tlatelolco massacre, the novel follows Auxilio as she recounts her life and reflects on art, resilience, and the collision of ideals. The narrative explores memory and trauma through a surreal and fragmented lens.Why You Should Read? Explores Latin American poetry and themes of resistance. Celebrates the enduring spirit of artists amidst political turmoil. Features a unique narrative style, blending poetic reflection with a dream-like quality. Ideal for readers interested in introspective, surreal fiction.

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  • Narrated by Auxilio Lacouture, a Uruguayan poet in Mexico City
  • Set against the 1968 Tlatelolco massacre
  • Explores memory and trauma through a surreal, fragmented lens
  • Reflects on art, resilience, and the collision of ideals
  • Blends poetic reflection with a dream-like quality

Themes

Memory · Trauma · Artistic resilience · Political turmoil · Latin American poetry

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Category Fiction
Author Roberto Bolaño
Publisher Vintage
ISBN 9781784879419
Publication Year 2024
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English
Authenticity 100% Authentic Edition
SKU 2010000101100

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Questions about this book

Who is the narrator of Amulet?

The narrator is Auxilio Lacouture, a Uruguayan poet living in Mexico City.

What historical event is the novel set against?

The novel is set against the backdrop of the 1968 Tlatelolco massacre in Mexico City.

What is the narrative style of the book?

The narrative is a monologue that blends poetic reflection with a dream-like, surreal quality, exploring memory and trauma.

What themes does the book explore?

The book explores themes of memory, trauma, art, resilience, and the collision of ideals amidst political turmoil.