Men of Maize by Miguel Ángel Asturias

Men of Maize

Miguel Ángel Asturias with Gerald Martin (Translator)

466 pages first pub 1949 (editions)

fiction magical realism challenging informative reflective slow-paced
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Originally published in 1949, Men of Maize was the first great experiment in what critics now call "magical realism." It remains one of the most challenging Latin American novels to be published in this century. Gerald Martin's masterful translati...

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Moods

challenging 100%
dark 100%
reflective 100%
sad 100%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

4.09

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