| Genre: | Literature |
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| Language : | English |
| Published: | November 04, 2004 |
| Edition: | 8th |
Paperback | |
| ISBN13: | 9780571139613 |
| ISBN10: | 0571139612 |
| Pages: | 576 |
| Dimensions: | 4.96 x 7.8 x 1.57 inches |
| Weight: | 499 g |
About the Book
The War of the End of the World is one of the great modern historical novels. Inspired by a real episode in Brazilian history, Mario Vargas Llosa tells the story of an apocalyptic movement, led by a mysterious prophet, in which prostitutes, beggars and bandits establish Canudos, a new republic, a libertarian paradise. 'A bold work of force and power, a tragic masterpiece with something of the sweep and freedom of the great novels of the nineteenth century.' - Listener 'A vast, fantastic . thunderous novel.' - The Times