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Los malditos

Los malditos

BiographyEssays
Pages
475
Published
2011
Language
Spanish

Synopsis

This collection profiles seventeen Latin American writers who lived on the margins of society and literary fame. Through the eyes of contemporary authors like Alan Pauls and Alejandra Costamagna, these biographies explore the lives of the 'cursed' creators who faced madness, addiction, and obscurity. It is a raw look at the cost of artistic obsession across the continent.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

ReflectiveIntellectualThought-ProvokingMelancholic
Multiple POVsMorally Grey

Genres

Biography Essays

Authors

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Alan Pauls

Alan Pauls is an Argentine author recognized for his unique literary style. His notable works include the novels Los malditos and Histoire des larmes. Readers often appreciate his thoughtful approach to storytelling.

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Alejandra Costamagna

Alejandra Costamagna is a Chilean writer known for novels such as Los malditos and Imposible salir de la Tierra. Her work, which often explores complex themes, includes

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Andrés Felipe Solano Mendoza

Novelista y periodista nacido en Bogotá, Colombia (1977). Autor de la novela Sálvame, Joe Louis (Alfaguara, 2007). Sus artículos han aparecido en diversas publicaciones como SoHo, Arcadia, Gatopardo (México), La Tercera (Chile), Babelia-El País (España), Granta (España, Reino Unido), The New York Times Magazine y Words Without Borders (Estados Unidos). En 2008 fue finalista del Premio Fundación Nuevo Periodismo Iberoamericano, institución presidida por Gabriel García Márquez, p...

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Daniel Titinger

Daniel Titinger writes investigative non-fiction, often exploring complex true crime stories. His book, Los malditos, is a prime example of his direct and honest approach to difficult subjects.

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Óscar Contardo

Óscar Contardo is an author recognized for his insightful writing in books such as Los malditos and Rebaño. He explores social and cultural topics with a clear, engaging voice.