Las hogueras

novel by Alós

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Las hogueras (1964), meaning "Bonfires," is a novel by Spanish writer Concha Alós. It is considered a departure from her earlier, more strictly neorealistic works, beginning to explore individual psychology more deeply.1

Alós, known for her neorealistic and often existential writings, frequently addressed social injustice and the victimization of women. While Las hogueras maintains a realistic style, it marks a shift towards a greater focus on internal character experiences. The novel won the prestigious Planeta literary prize.1

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Although her third novel, Las hogueras (1964; “Bonfires”), is also in that vein, it begins to reflect a deeper concern with individual psychology; the novel won the Planeta literary prize.
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Although her third novel, Las hogueras (1964; “Bonfires”), is also in that vein, it begins to reflect a deeper concern with individual psychology; the novel won the Planeta literary prize.
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