In Chronicle of a Death Foretold, Gabriel Garcia Marquez illustrates a recap story of the death of Santiago Nasar, showcasing each of the characters’ point of views. The novel is written based off of Columbian culture, by this the role of honor becomes even more…
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Author
Gabriel García Márquez
Country
Colombia
Genre
Crime Fiction
Publication date
1981
Major Characters
Angela Vicario, Bayardo San Roman, Colonel Aponte, Santiago Nasar, Pedro Vicario, Pablo Vicario
Plot
The story centers on Angela, a woman whose husband rejects her soon after their wedding when he discovers she's not a virgin. Her brothers want to restore the family's honor, they seek out and murder the man they believe spoiled her.