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The House of the Peacocks
Historical Fiction· Venezuela

The House of the Peacocks

by Denzil Romero
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1985Spanish
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About This Book

Few works of historical fiction have earned the sustained critical attention that The House of the Peacocks (1985) by Denzil Romero continues to receive. The House of the Peacocks is a historical novel by Denzil Romero that delves into the complexities of Venezuelan society during the 19th century. The narrative is centered around the life and times of a prominent family, exploring themes of power, politics, and social change. Romero's work is noted for its detailed historical context and its exploration of the personal and political dynamics that shaped Venezuela during this period. Themes of power, politics, social change run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorDenzil Romero
Published1985
Country of Origin🇻🇪 Venezuela
LanguageSpanish
Category🗺️ Historical Fiction
Editorial Score30/100
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🗺️ Historical Fiction

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

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Country of Origin

🇻🇪 Venezuela

This book is part of Venezuela's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1985, Denzil Romero's The House of the Peacocks is a work of historical fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with power, politics, social change, family dynamics gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. Critics and institutions have consistently placed The House of the Peacocks among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 30/100 is compiled from 0 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. What distinguishes The House of the Peacocks is how it handles its central concerns — power, politics, social change, family dynamics — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. Within Venezuela's literary landscape, Denzil Romero occupies a significant position. The House of the Peacocks 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 multiple 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.
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About the Author
Denzil Romero
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Denzil Romero is a Venezuela author whose work in historical fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The House of the Peacocks about?

The House of the Peacocks is a historical novel by Denzil Romero that delves into the complexities of Venezuelan society during the 19th century. The narrative is centered around the life and times of a prominent family, exploring themes of power, politics, and social change. Romero's work is noted for its detailed historical context and its exploration of the personal and political dynamics that shaped Venezuela during this period.

Who wrote The House of the Peacocks?

The House of the Peacocks was written by Denzil Romero, from Venezuela. First published in 1985.

What awards has The House of the Peacocks won?

The House of the Peacocks has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The House of the Peacocks worth reading?

The House of the Peacocks 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, politics, social change.

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What category is The House of the Peacocks?

The House of the Peacocks is classified as Historical Fiction. Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

What country is The House of the Peacocks from?

The House of the Peacocks originates from Venezuela's literary tradition. Explore more books from Venezuela on our country page.

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