explosion in a cathedral
Book • 1962
"Explosion in a Cathedral" is a novel by Alejo Carpentier, exploring the impact of the French Revolution on the Caribbean.
Set in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the story follows three siblings, Sofía, Carlos, and Esteban, as they become entangled in the revolutionary fervor.
Inspired by Enlightenment ideals, they embark on a journey that takes them from Havana to the French colony of Guadeloupe and beyond.
As they witness the violence and complexities of revolution, they grapple with questions of identity, freedom, and the legacy of colonialism.
Carpentier's lush prose and incorporation of historical events create a rich tapestry of Caribbean history and culture.
The novel examines the tension between utopian ideals and the harsh realities of political upheaval.
Set in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the story follows three siblings, Sofía, Carlos, and Esteban, as they become entangled in the revolutionary fervor.
Inspired by Enlightenment ideals, they embark on a journey that takes them from Havana to the French colony of Guadeloupe and beyond.
As they witness the violence and complexities of revolution, they grapple with questions of identity, freedom, and the legacy of colonialism.
Carpentier's lush prose and incorporation of historical events create a rich tapestry of Caribbean history and culture.
The novel examines the tension between utopian ideals and the harsh realities of political upheaval.
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