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A Picnic in Eden
A Novel by
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296 pages
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Set against the backdrop of Peru from 1978 to 1982, the narrative unfolds as an American diplomat confronts a fervent young revolutionary during a pivotal struggle for power. The story highlights Edith Lagos's ascent as a prominent figure in the leftist movement amid the violent uprising of the Shining Path. Bruce Berkman, the diplomat, is determined to thwart her influence, leading to a clash of ideologies. The novel vividly captures the tension between Lima's coastal city and the rugged Altiplano, drawing on real historical events.
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2007, paperback
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