Foundational Fictions: The National Romances of Latin America.

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Abstract

National consolidation and romantic novels go hand in hand in Latin America. Foundational Fictions shows how 19th century patriotism and heterosexual passion historically depend on one another to engender productive citizens.

Topics & Keywords

Latin American and Latino Studies Spanish Literature and Culture Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Gender equality

Publication Details

Published in: Hispanic American Historical Review

Volume 72, Issue 3, pp. 412-412

DOI: 10.2307/2515995

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