Science Fiction· Chile
El reino del dragón de oro
by Isabel AllendeAggregate Editorial Score40/100
#102,033of 99,626 books
Publishers Weekly
Published 2003English
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When Isabel Allende published El reino del dragón de oro in 2003, it quickly found its place in the broader tradition of science fiction. A groundbreaking work of science fiction, El reino del dragón de oro by Isabel Allende (2003) envisions futures that continue to feel urgent and prophetic.
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🚀 Science Fiction
Speculative fiction exploring technology, space, the future, and society.
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Isabel Allende published El reino del dragón de oro in 2003, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of science fiction from Chile. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
Critics and institutions have consistently placed El reino del dragón de oro among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 40/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals.
The appeal of El reino del dragón de oro lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page.
Within Chile's literary landscape, Isabel Allende occupies a significant position. El reino del dragón de oro 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
Publishers Weekly
notable · national
200340
Isabel Allende is a celebrated author from Chile known for influential works of literary fiction.
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