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    The Generation of the 50's was a literary movement that arose in 1950s Peru with the goal of creating a new, modern literature. Authors from this movement like Mario Vargas Llosa criticized society and emphasized Peruvian cultural identity through works published collectively from Lima. The Generation of the 50's influenced Peruvian literature by breaking from traditions with innovative works that gained international recognition and remain relevant today.

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    Generation of the 50's

    The Generation of the 50's in Peruvian Literature was a literary


    movement that arose in the 1950s with the main objective of
    breaking away from the traditional and conservative literary canons
    and creating a new, innovative and modern literature in Peru.

    by Steven Valle
    Background and Origin

    Lima Upbringing Authorship

    Lima, Peru's capital, The group was mainly The authors wrote
    became the center of this composed of recent collectively and sought to
    literary movement. university graduates and bring about changes in
    young intellectuals who Peruvian literature through
    sought to transform their unique views and
    Peruvian society through ideas.
    literature.
    Main Characteristics
    Innovation

    The Generation of the 50's sought to create a new modern and innovative literature, breaking
    away from the traditional literary canons that were prevalent in Peru at the time.

    Social Criticism

    The authors of the Generation of the 50's used literature as a means to criticize society,
    pointing out its flaws and aiming to provoke social change.

    Cultural Identity

    The group emphasized the need for the development of a Peruvian cultural identity and sought
    to reflect it in their literature.
    Most Representative Authors
    Julio Ramón Ribeyro Mario Vargas Llosa

    Known for his short stories, he was an A Nobel Prize laureate, Mario Vargas Llosa
    active member of the Generation of the was part of the Generation of the 50's and
    50's. His works included "The Word of the his works include "The Time of the Hero"
    Mute", "The Chair" and many others. and "The Green House".

    Sebastián Salazar Bondy Manuel Scorza

    An influential member of the literary circle His most famous work "The Gallows" is a
    in Peru at that time, his works include "The novel about the Andean people struggle
    Crimson Rose" and "The Immaculate against oppression.
    Night".
    Important Works
    The Time of the Hero

    Mario Vargas Llosa's first novel about a military academy in Lima. The novel managed to expose
    the social ills of the time, such as bullying and corruption.

    The City and the Dogs

    An important work of Mario Vargas Llosa that features the concept of a victimized protagonist
    and the conflict between the individual and the group.

    Conversation in the Cathedral

    A novel by Mario Vargas Llosa that explores the theme of political corruption and freedom of
    thought, shown through the dialogue between characters that takes place in a bar in Lima.
    Legacy and Impact
    1 2 3

    Influence International Continued relevance


    recognition
    The Generation of the 50's The literary movement of
    had a profound impact on The works of this literary the Generation of the 50's
    the literature in Peru and group gained recognition remains relevant today,
    was instrumental in not only in Peru, but also and continues to be
    breaking away from internationally, making it studied and admired by
    traditional literary one of the most readers all over the world.
    conventions. recognized movements in
    the history of Peruvian
    literature.
    Conclusion

    Literary Contribution Inspiration

    The Generation of the 50's left a lasting The authors of this literary movement
    literary legacy that influenced the literature continue to be admired for their unique
    of Peru and beyond. It opened a path for views on society, their cultural identity and
    the creation of modern and innovative their creativity, inspiring future generations
    literature that broke away from the of writers and thinkers to push the
    traditional conventions of the time. boundaries of literature and society.

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