One Hundred Years of Solitude (1967) by Gabriel García Márquez
Characters and Detailed Storyline of One Hundred Years of Solitude (1967) by Gabriel García Márquez One Hundred Years of Solitude is a masterpiece of magical realism , chronicling the rise and fall of the Buendía family over seven generations in the fictional town of Macondo . The novel blends history, myth, and fantasy to explore themes of solitude, fate, love, and the cyclical nature of time. Main Characters and Generational Timeline 1st Generation: José Arcadio Buendía & Úrsula Iguarán Founders of Macondo after leaving their hometown due to a family curse warning against incest. José Arcadio Buendía becomes obsessed with science and alchemy, neglecting his family. He befriends the gypsy Melquíades , who brings new inventions and a mysterious manuscript. Ultimately, José Arcadio loses his mind and is tied to a tree, dying in isolation. 2nd Generation: The Sons of José Arcadio Buendía José Arcadio – Leaves Macondo, joins a group of gypsies, returns wealthy, and dies myst...