Aura

novel by Fuentes

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Aura is a novella by Mexican author Carlos Fuentes, published in 1962. It is known for its successful fusion of reality and fantasy. The story explores themes of mystery and the supernatural, creating a distinct atmosphere around its characters and events. Fuentes, a prominent figure in 20th-century Mexican literature, was recognized for his experimental novels and his exploration of national identity and cultural heritage.12

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Aura (1962) is a novella that successfully fuses reality and fantasy. La muerte de Artemio Cruz (1962; The Death of Artemio Cruz), which presents the agony of the last hours of a wealthy survivor of the Mexican Revolution, was translated into several languages and established…
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Aura (1962) is a novella that successfully fuses reality and fantasy. La muerte de Artemio Cruz (1962; The Death of Artemio Cruz), which presents the agony of the last hours of a wealthy survivor of the Mexican Revolution, was translated into several languages and established…
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