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Violeta

2022400 pagesDebolsillo

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Violeta spans a century of change, from the Spanish Flu to the COVID-19 pandemic. Her life story is intertwined with the major historical events of the 20th century. This novel follows one woman's journey through love, loss, and the defining moments of a tumultuous era.

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About the author

Isabel Angélica Allende Llona (Lima, Perú; 2 de agosto de 1942)​ es una escritora chilena con nacionalidad estadounidense, de ascendencia hispano-portuguesa y nacida en Perú. Desde 2004 es miembro de la Academia Estadounidense de las Artes y las Letras. Obtuvo el Premio Nacional de Literatura de su país en 2010. La venta total de sus libros alcanza 73 millones de ejemplares y sus obras han sido traducidas a 42 idiomas. Es considerada como la escritora viva más leída del mundo de la lengua españo...

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5 editions available

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Violeta connect to Isabel Allende's other books?

    Violeta is a standalone novel, but it shares the multi-generational scope and historical sweep often found in Allende's work, particularly her earlier novels like The House of the Spirits.

  • Is Violeta based on a true story?

    While Violeta is a fictional character, her life story is deeply interwoven with real historical events and figures, reflecting the tumultuous 20th century in South America, a common thread in Allende's historical fiction.