Hijo de hombre

Synopsis of Hijo de hombre

Hijo de hombre, originally published in 1960, is a seminal work by Augusto Roa Bastos that established him as a precursor of literary modernity in the continent. Through a narrative structure that challenges chronological order, the novel offers a harrowing account of the history of the Paraguayan people, marked by tragedy, poverty, repression, and the struggle for survival during historical episodes such as the War of the Triple Alliance and the Chaco War. This edition delves into the Guaraní heritage and the perversions of power, using a cosmogony rich in myths and symbols. It is an essential read for understanding the identity and collective memory of Paraguay.