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Literary Canon

Best Books from Peru

Peru's literary tradition has produced books of international significance spanning fiction, poetry, and non-fiction. The country's writers have engaged with its history, geography, and social realities in ways that have found readers far beyond its borders, and its place in world literature is secure.

#1
Cover of Conversation in the Cathedral
literary-fiction

Conversation in the Cathedral

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1969
ALA Notable Books
Editorial Score42/100
#2
Cover of The Feast of the Goat
literary-fiction

The Feast of the Goat

Mario Vargas Llosa· 2000
ALA Notable Books
Editorial Score41/100
#3
Cover of The Time of the Hero
literary-fiction

The Time of the Hero

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1963
ALA Notable Books
Editorial Score38/100
#4
El lenguaje de la pasión
short-stories

El lenguaje de la pasión

Mario Vargas Llosa· 2001
Editorial Score38/100
#5
Cover of La casa verde
literary-fiction

La casa verde

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1966
Publishers Weekly
Editorial Score35/100
#6
Cover of Conversación en La Catedral
literary-fiction

Conversación en La Catedral

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1969
Publishers Weekly
Editorial Score35/100
#7
Cover of La tía Julia y el escribidor
literary-fiction

La tía Julia y el escribidor

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1977
Publishers Weekly
Editorial Score35/100
#8
Epochs of Chinese & Japanese art
art-design

Epochs of Chinese & Japanese art

Ernest Francisco Fenollosa· 1900
Publishers Weekly
Editorial Score35/100
#9
Cover of La ciudad y los perros
literary-fiction

La ciudad y los perros

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1963
Library Journal
Editorial Score30/100
#10
Cover of La Fiesta del Chivo
literary-fiction

La Fiesta del Chivo

Mario Vargas Llosa· 2000
Kirkus Reviews
Editorial Score30/100
#11
Cover of Pantaleón y las visitadoras
literary-fiction

Pantaleón y las visitadoras

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1973
Publishers Weekly
Editorial Score30/100
#12
Cover of Elogio de la madrasta
literary-fiction

Elogio de la madrasta

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1988
Kirkus Reviews
Editorial Score30/100
#13
Cover of Lituma en los Andes
literary-fiction

Lituma en los Andes

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1993
Publishers Weekly
Editorial Score30/100
#14
Cover of La guerra del fin del mundo
literary-fiction

La guerra del fin del mundo

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1981
Library Journal
Editorial Score30/100
#15
Cover of El hablador
literary-fiction

El hablador

Mario Vargas Llosa· 1987
Library Journal
Editorial Score30/100
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Genres

Literary Fiction13Politics & Society2Classic Literature1Historical Fiction1Short Stories1Science Fiction1Graphic Novels1Art & Design1

Notable Authors

Mario Vargas Llosa14 books

Peru Literature — FAQ

What are the best books from Peru?

The top-ranked books from Peru include Conversation in the Cathedral, The Feast of the Goat, The Time of the Hero — all highly scored by international editorial consensus.

Which Peru authors have won the Nobel Prize in Literature?

Peru has produced several Nobel Prize laureates. Our rankings highlight these winners alongside other critically acclaimed authors from the country.

How many books from Peru are ranked on 50 Best Books?

We currently rank 15 books from Peru, spanning fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and more.

What literary traditions is Peru known for?

Peru's literary tradition includes Literary Fiction, Politics & Society, Classic Literature — genres where the country has produced world-class authors.

Where can I read more about Peru literature?

Explore our dedicated guide at /best-books-in/peru for a comprehensive overview of Peru's literary landscape, key authors, and recommended reading order.