100 Years of Solitude: Modes of Reading

Twayne's Masterwork Studies #70

by Regina Janes

Series Robert Lecker, McGill University.Written in an easy-to-read, accessible style by teachers with years of classroom experience, MASTERWORK STUDIES are guides to the literary works most frequently studied in high school. Presenting ideas that spark imaginations, these books help students to gain background knowledge on great literature useful for papers and exams. The goal of each study is to encourage creative thinking by presenting engaging information about each work and its author. This approach allows students to arrive at sound analyses of their own, based on in-depth studies of popular literature. Each illuminates themes and concepts of a classic text; uses clear, conversational language; is an accessible, manageable length from 140 to 170 pages; includes a chronology of the authors life and era; provides an overview of the historical context; offers a summary of its critical reception; and lists primary and secondary sources and index.

Genres: Fiction, Classics

176 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 1991

Reviews

[Andrew · Rating 3 out of 5]

Every so often I read a book and wish that I was part of a book club to discuss. This book was definitely one of those. Very abstract and full of symbolism that I'm pretty certain I didn't get; nevertheless, it was a good read.

[Noelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a must read and I would read it again if time would permit.
Such a beautiful story, so full of details and color.

[Christina Karvounis · Rating 4 out of 5]

A reread.

[Lynn cranford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just reread this classic (not this version). One of the best books ever. Great for bookclubs

[Barto · Rating 5 out of 5]

greatest book in history

[Norris Webber · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was a good read. it was a bit confusing with so many characters having similar names but I did enjoy it.

[Dita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely spectacular prose. It did help that I had a fabulous Spanish teacher; without her I would have missed a lot of detail. This story is so rich in Magical Realism, it's a joy. The translation suffers a bit.
First page: "... a la orilla de un rio de aguas diafanas que se precipitaban por un lecho de piedras pulidas....." Why can't we have "..diaphanous waters that poured over a bed of polished stones... " (instead, it's just ".. clear water that ran along...." Marquez did mean diaphanous: light, delicate, and translucent, or limpid.

[Katyreeves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a brilliant story, somewhat difficult to get into but well worth it once you do. There's usually a family tree in the cover flap to help keep the generations straight- which really helped me at times. This book illustrates life gorgeously, intensely, and completely as the mixed bag of emotion it is via births, deaths and love. All I have to say is the yellow butterflies are unforgettable, and the ending will knock you over.

[Briana · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was so beautifully written! I could not put this book down for long, though I admit I had to stop and digest a lot of things that happened. This book a lot going on without being overly confusing.

I had to make my own chart while reading this. Not a big deal but for a book with so much going on with so many different people, a family tree would have been helpful. Overall though this book is captivating!

[Sasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Unsettling. Curious. Hilarious. That being said - this book will leave you scratching your head if you don't keep a family tree on hand - (there are many, many characters with the same name!)... but once you take care of that, you're be in for a fascinating story. There's a reason this book is one of the classics.

[Ella · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really thought I would have loved this book. And I liked it, but I just didn't get so in to it. It is incredibly well written, but the characters just didn't speak to me. Perhaps it is cultural. Or because he is so very male - like why I don't like Hemingway. Hmm...

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I haven't read this book in ages but I still refer to it a lot. There were parts of this book that you just go, "how in the heck can that happen?" and then you really delve deeper to see what it's trying to say. It's a great book. Love it!

[Staci Martin]

still trying to read it..........

[Stephanie]

I really enjoyed this book and I would like to re-read it. I read it in a hurry to meet a deadline. I would like to read it again to enjoy the story and the prose style.

[Dave]

from Andrew

[Vanessa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating story and writing-style if you can keep up with the plot...

[Humaen1380]

the best novel i've ever read,
this book affected my vision of life...