Garcia Marquez History

October 23, 2008

Jim Schulz

The presentation in class regarding Gabriel Garcia Marquez's life and family background seem to make a statement about his work. Many of the facts and history regarding Garcia Marquez I see in One Hundred Years of Solitude. Although, there is a lot more to read, there has been a lot of emphasis so far on life, family, and war. The presentation looked at Post Colonial Background, Civil War, Family, and Politics, all features that seemed to be present in this mythical town. Regarding family, there is strong family ties. Grandparents are mentioned in the story, which may relate to his being brought up by his grandparents. There are many war issues in One Hundred Years of Solitude which seem to be politically motivated. With Garcia Marquez being a left wing, liberal person, who associated with Castro and the communists, and who was barred from places, seem to play a big part in how he wrote the story. Garcia Marquez seems to want to make a statement and One Hundred Years of Solitude seems to be doing a good job.