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Historical Fiction· Costa Rica

El año del laberinto

by Tatiana Lobo
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1997Spanish
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About This Book

Tatiana Lobo's El año del laberinto (1997) stands as one of the most significant works of historical fiction of its era. El año del laberinto is a historical novel that delves into the complexities of Costa Rican society during the tumultuous 19th century. Tatiana Lobo weaves a narrative rich with intrigue and suspense, exploring the interplay of power, religion, and identity. The novel is praised for its meticulous historical research and its ability to capture the essence of a transformative period in Costa Rican history. Themes of power, religion, identity run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorTatiana Lobo
Published1997
Country of Origin🇨🇷 Costa Rica
LanguageSpanish
Category🗺️ Historical Fiction
ISBN9789968461125
Editorial Score30/100
About the Category

🗺️ Historical Fiction

Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

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Country of Origin

🇨🇷 Costa Rica

This book is part of Costa Rica's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

El año del laberinto by Tatiana Lobo sits within the tradition of historical fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1997 in Costa Rica, it engages with power, religion, identity, historical change in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Its aggregate editorial score of 30/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. Readers coming to El año del laberinto for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of power, religion, identity, historical change is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within Costa Rica's literary landscape, Tatiana Lobo occupies a significant position. El año del laberinto is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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Tatiana Lobo
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Tatiana Lobo is a Costa Rica author whose work in historical fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is El año del laberinto about?

El año del laberinto is a historical novel that delves into the complexities of Costa Rican society during the tumultuous 19th century. Tatiana Lobo weaves a narrative rich with intrigue and suspense, exploring the interplay of power, religion, and identity. The novel is praised for its meticulous historical research and its ability to capture the essence of a transformative period in Costa Rican history.

Who wrote El año del laberinto?

El año del laberinto was written by Tatiana Lobo, from Costa Rica. First published in 1997.

What awards has El año del laberinto won?

El año del laberinto has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is El año del laberinto worth reading?

El año del laberinto is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in power, religion, identity.

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What category is El año del laberinto?

El año del laberinto is classified as Historical Fiction. Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

What country is El año del laberinto from?

El año del laberinto originates from Costa Rica's literary tradition. Explore more books from Costa Rica on our country page.

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