- “The House of the Spirits” by Isabel Allende: This novel explores three generations of a Chilean family against the backdrop of political upheaval.
- “My House Is on Fire” by Ariel Dorfman: This powerful novel tells the story of an exiled Chilean professor driven by his longing for his homeland during the Pinochet dictatorship.
- “2666” by Roberto Bolańo: While primarily based in Santa Teresa (a fictionalised Ciudad Juárez), this monumental novel also features a section set in Chile, offering a deeper insight into its literary heritage.
- “By Night in Chile” by Roberto Bolańo: This introspective novel follows the terminal reflections of a Chilean priest caught up in the violent politics of 20th-century Chile.
- “Enchanted Air: Two Cultures, Two Wings” by Margarita Engle: This memoir-in-verse depicts the author’s experiences of growing up between Cuba and Chile, capturing the atmosphere of both countries.
- “The Postman” by Antonio Skármeta: This heartwarming story portrays the transformative power of literature against the backdrop of Chile’s oppressive military regime.
- “The Absent City” by Ricardo Piglia: A blend of detective fiction and political thriller, this novel delves into the mysteries surrounding a writer’s disappearance during the dictatorship.
- “Behind the Moon” by Antonio Muńoz Molina: The novel follows an exiled Chilean professor living in Spain and reflects on his life, the legacy of Chile’s turbulent past, and the nature of memory.
- “Arauco’s Daughter” by Ercilla y Zúńiga: Although an epic poem rather than a novel, this work is considered an influential classic. It chronicles the Spanish conquest of Chile and celebrates the indigenous Mapuche people.
- “Quillagua” by Nona Fernández: This haunting novel explores the tragedy of the Chilean village of Quillagua, which faced destruction due to a hydroelectric project.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Chile
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