The Inevitability of Decline and Death
05. The Inevitability of Decline and Death: The rise and fall of the Buendía family parallels the growth and eventual destruction of Macondo. Both the family and the town are subject to decay, and Márquez explores themes of mortality, destiny, and the transient nature of life.
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One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez is a landmark in literature, filled with profound ideas that resonate across time. Here are five of the most significant ideas in the novel:
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