Recs if you like The Murmur of Bees...

This list brings together fiction from around the world that documents significant historical events or periods of time. Titles in this list aren't necessarily "historical fiction" but do have an important historical element to them.

I find fiction is an easy media to help educate me about world history I never learned in school. These titles aim to bring to light historical events that may not be taught in schools!

As always, I'm open to any and all suggestions! 🤠

I’m a proud Mexican, proud of my culture and my people. As a reader, I feel the need to give more visibility to my fellow Mexicans, this list of 15 amazing books was curated with the sole purpose of expose them to those who are interested in discovering the world of incredible an very talent Mexican Authors. Books are universal, picking, choosing and recommending books are three things I considere to be my love language, so this list is made with love from me to you. 💚

A list of books in the magical realism genre by Latin American authors.

Magical Realism is defined as a genre that contains magical elements in a real-world setting. Latin American Magical Realism emerged as a way to describe the realities of living in Latin America and explore how myth, politics, spirituality, and the legacy of colonialism intersect in the region as well as challenge the history that is told about Latin America.

Did you know that male bees explode after mating? And they also explode if they get too hot. You're welcome.

These books are about bees in some way, with cameos from their ancestor, the wasp.

(TW: for insects)

Magical realism is a genre prominently defined by Latin American authors responding to the socio-political realities Latin Americans face through the use of fantastical elements grounded in the mundanity of reality to highlight the surreal experiences of post-colonial life in oppressive regimes. This genre has been deeply influential and this list showcases the Latin American literature that is defined by and/or influenced by magical realism.

Beautiful stories that take place in a city or town in Mexico. ✨

Books by Mexican authors and books published in Mexican Spanish

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Fiction books set in Mexico

Open to recs!

Inspired by the NFL Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, which starred Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio as the musical headliner here is a collection of books to accompany the rich history, culture, and messaging artfully displayed by Bad Bunny.

Part 2: Dominica to Panama

my favorite genre!!!!

my favorite genre!!!!