THE USE OF MAGICAL REALISM IN GABRIEL GARCIA'S "ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE " AND HOW REFLECTS THE POLITICAL CLIMATE OF LATIN AMERICA.

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Abstract

This article explores the use of magical realism in Gabriel Garcia Marquez's seminal novel, "One Hundred Years of Solitude," and its reflection on the political climate of Latin America during the time of its publication. Through an analysis of the novel's magical elements and their relation to historical events, the article argues that Marquez's use of magical realism is not merely a stylistic device, but rather a political statement on the social and political realities of Latin America. The article further examines the impact of "One Hundred Years of Solitude" on the literary and political landscape of Latin America, cementing Marquez's status as a leading figure of magical realism and a prominent voice for the region's cultural and political identity. Gabriel Garcia Marquez's novel "One Hundred Years of Solitude" is a masterpiece of magical realism, a literary style that blends the fantastical with the everyday. In this article, we explore how Garcia Marquez's use of magical realism reflects the political climate of Latin America during the time of its publication. The novel was first published in 1967, a time when many Latin American countries were experiencing political turmoil and upheaval. Through magical realism, Garcia Marquez is able to weave together a rich tapestry of history, mythology, and social commentary that speaks to the complex realities of life in Latin America. By examining the ways in which magical realism is used in "One Hundred Years of Solitude," we can gain a deeper understanding of the political, social, and cultural context in which it was written, and the enduring impact it has had on literature and culture around the world. This research explores the use of magical realism in Gabriel Garcia's "One Hundred Years of Solitude" and its reflection on the political climate of Latin America. Through a literary analysis of the novel, the study examines the author's employment of magical realism as a literary technique to highlight the political turmoil and social upheaval prevalent in Latin America during the 20th century. The research also delves into the methodology employed by Garcia to weave together the mystical and the mundane in the narrative. The main results suggest that the author's use of magical realism in the novel enables him to provide a critique of the political systems in Latin America and to depict the region's unique cultural identity. The research concludes that Garcia's innovative use of magical realism in "One Hundred Years of Solitude" is a powerful tool for social commentary and reflects the complexities of Latin America's political and cultural landscape.