Books matching: historical and cultural essence of puerto rico

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   The House on the Lagoon

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   Rosario Ferre 

   

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   The House on the Lagoon by Rosario Ferre is a multigenerational family saga set in Puerto Rico, delving into the country's history, culture, and social issues. The novel follows the Mendizabal family, focusing on Quintin and Isabel's tumultuous marriage as they navigate personal and historical complexities. Through the lens of Quintin, a historian, and Isabel, a writer, the narrative unfolds as a story within a story, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. The book intricately weaves together themes of greed, lust, violence, control, societal struggles, and the impact of Puerto Rico's colonial past on its people.
   

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   multigenerational family saga

   historical and cultural essence of puerto rico

   complex marriage dynamics

   themes of greed, lust, and violence
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