Over the years, Colombia has been an inspiration to many excellent writers. Here, were created some of the greatest books in the history. Caribbean coast in Colombia inspired artists to create and write. Charming little cafes, cobblestone narrow streets, mountains and valleys. And today, we are able to visit Colombia, grab one of these books and experience something authentic and unique.
Whether, you want to prepare yourself before traveling to Colombia or just update your knowledge, I would like to recommend you my top 5 books about Colombia! They can help you to travel deeper and more meaningful to understand better Colombia.
Here are my top 5 books to read before traveling to Colombia!
This is one of my favorite books about Colombia!
One Hundred Years of Solitude 
is written by novelist and journalist Gabriel García Márquez. It is a great literary masterpiece and one of the books that you need to read in your lifetime! More than 45 million copies have been sold worldwide over the past 50 years and translated into 37 languages. Gabriel Garcia Maquez brought to the generation a great work known as magical realism. The novel tells the story of Buendia family living in the mythical town of Macondo, which is located by the river and isolated from the rest of the country. The story of rise and fall, birth and death. Interesting facts is that the fictional land is clearly created on base of Aracataca, the town where the author grew up. So, you can actually visit this little town. So, roam through the streets, read Gabriel Garcia Maquez novels, talk with locals and imagine being in a mythical Macondo for a moment.
Written by Juan Gabriel Vásquez – one of the most original, new voices of Latin American literature. The award-winning novel confronts the turbulent history of Colombia. It takes us to the years of drug-related violence and drug wars between Escobar’s Medellín cartel and government. Through the life story of law professor Antonio, you explore the motives of fate and death.
Ursúa is a novel written by William Ospina based on a true character of Spanish conquistador Pedro de Ursúa. It takes place in the XVI century, in the Nuevo Mundo. It is a story about the young Pedro de Ursúa who travels to Peru and then to Cartagena to find wealth and glory. He meets fortunes and misfortunes on the way. Ursúa is one of the three series by William Ospina. Each one of them brings up different subjects regarding war, crossing and love.
Colombia a Comedy of Errors
is written by Victoria Kellaway and Sergio J Lievano and it is one of the most popular books about Colombia for first time visitors. It offers a wide range of information about Colombian culture, people and history presented in an extraordinary and humorous way. It is accompanied by 180 colorful illustrations, so it makes every page looks unique and interesting. What an inspiring journey from the past to the present times of Colombia.
Traveling Colombia is much easier when you know some basic phrases and expressions in Spanish. It is a perfect book for beginners willing to learn language quick and easy. Colombians are very open and welcoming people who like to speak with visitors. Everyone is curious about your story and why you are traveling Colombia. Learning some simple Spanish phrases is so essential if you want to interact with locals and learn about the culture. Moreover, the Colombian Spanish book is very practical, because it contains the phrases which are being used every day on the streets of Colombia. So, take it with you!
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