El Boom Latinoamericano Flashcards

Flashcards based on lecture notes about El Boom Latinoamericano, covering key authors, themes, and literary techniques.

El Boom Latinoamericano

A Latin American literary movement during the 1960s and 1970s, known for experimental writing styles, magical realism, nonlinear narratives, and stream of consciousness.

Gabriel García Márquez

Pioneered magical realism and explored themes like isolation and repetitive cycles of time in works such as 'One Hundred Years of Solitude'.

Julio Cortázar

Challenged traditional storytelling with nonlinear narratives and metafiction in works like 'Hopscotch'.

Carlos Fuentes

Explored Mexican history and identity in works like 'The Death of Artemio Cruz,' incorporating myth and legend.

Mario Vargas Llosa

Critiqued Peruvian society and political corruption in novels like 'The Time of the Hero'.

Magical Realism

A literary technique blending fantastical elements with realistic settings, reflecting cultural beliefs.

Nonlinear Narratives

A storytelling technique disrupting chronological flow to mirror human experience.

Stream of Consciousness

A narrative mode depicting a character's continuous flow of thoughts and feelings.

Themes of Identity

Exploration of the complex nature of Latin American identity, reflecting cultural and historical diversity.

Themes of Politics

Critique of political structures, addressing issues like dictatorship and colonialism.

Themes of Social Justice

Focus on exposing social inequalities and giving voice to marginalized communities.

Cuban Revolution of 1959

Shaped Boom writers' views on social justice and political change.

Impact of U.S. Imperialism

Critiques the cultural and political influence of the U.S. in Latin America.

Metafiction

Invites readers to reflect on the nature of storytelling itself.

Political Upheaval

Reflects the turmoil in Latin American societies during the mid-20th century.

Cultural Diversity

Enriched by the linguistic and cultural variety of Latin America.

Impact on Latin American Literature

Elevated Latin American literature's global status and inspired new generations of writers.

Worldwide Reception and Impact

Gained international acclaim, influencing global literature and challenging Eurocentric literary canons.

Contrast with Other Literary Movements

Influenced by and contrasted with movements like the Post-Boom and McOndo.

European Modernism

Influenced Boom writers with its experimental techniques.

Political and Social Critique

Critiqued political systems, social inequalities, and foreign influence.

Latin American Identity

Addresses the complexities of history, politics, and personal experience.

Latin American Middle Class

Helped spread Boom literature.

McOndo

Focused on contemporary, urban realities, countering the magical realism of the Boom.

Existential Questions

Themes exploring human existence and the search for meaning.