Santa Evita

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Santa Evita is a 1995 novel by Argentine writer Tomás Eloy Martínez. The book explores the complex and often bizarre story surrounding the corpse of Eva Perón, the beloved former first lady of Argentina.12

After her death in 1952, Eva Perón's body was embalmed and became a powerful symbol. Her remains were stolen by political enemies and hidden for years, leading to a surreal journey that captivated the public imagination. Martínez's novel delves into this history, examining themes of myth-making, political manipulation, and the enduring legacy of a controversial figure. The work has been translated into numerous languages and achieved significant international success.12

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Tomás Eloy Martínez
…novela de Perón (1985) and Santa Evita (1995); the latter was translated into 30 languages and sold more than 10 million copies. In 2002 Martínez was awarded the prestigious Alfaguara Prize for his novel El vuelo de la reina. His other novels include Sagrado (1969), La mano del amo (1991),…
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…novela de Perón (1985) and Santa Evita (1995); the latter was translated into 30 languages and sold more than 10 million copies. In 2002 Martínez was awarded the prestigious Alfaguara Prize for his novel El vuelo de la reina. His other novels include Sagrado (1969), La mano del amo (1991),…
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