“The House of the Spirits,” or “La casa de los espíritus,” is one of the most important and beloved novels in Latin American literature. Written by legendary Chilean author Isabel Allende, the historical fiction novel follows the multi-generational Trueba family over the decades as they navigate interpersonal relationships and political upheaval in Chile. It is one of the most well-known magical realism novels in the world and explores themes including fantasy, resilience, spirituality, political turmoil, the pursuit of power, and revolution. The classic novel is a must-read for Latinas who want to dive into one of the most famous magical realism books with strong Latina leads.
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