i really liked it because i loved the descriptions of aging and how it didn't focus so much on the beauty of youth as it did the beauty of life and the life story. and i loved the ending*

I am not actually reading the guide. This book doesn't come up!

It took a few pages of concentration to get into this book. Once I did, I was hooked. I have never read any Latin American literature and I found this to be a good introduction. There is a magical element that keeps the reader focused on every paragraph in the expectation of an important twist. Another interesting aspect to style is the very long chapters that are not organized by character perspective, time or event. Garcia Marquez would switch perspectives with only a sentence or two of transition. Keeps you on your toes!

The novel itself was very touching. From the interesting perspective on the evolution of Latin American culture to the torment of an undying love, the themes of age (or agelessness) and virility overpowered much of the plot. Another interesting theme was mail. It was important to the plot for our main characters and the entire society, and also as a constant historical backdrop. Hand delivered letters, telegraph operators, mail boats, hot air balloons and trains... modernization of mail helped show the passage of time and provided a way for Florentino Ariza to maintain a presence in Fermina's life through career ie.social advancement.

It's short, powerful and an overall great read!

Interesting and patient love story.

Os velhinhos também amam. Para quem acha que a vida é insonsa.

This book was so great! I would recommend it to anyone. Marquez writes such good stories.

This book was called one of the best love stories of all time and endorsed by the Oprah Book Club, but I found it empty and about anything but love. It's a possibility some meaning was lost in the translation from Spanish, so I'll give the author the benefit of a doubt on that note. All the same, the story seemed more about a man who lacked self control and had an obsession with a woman than a man who loved a woman and spent his life waiting for her. I'm a little disgusted that this book is even called a love story, aside from a few romantic bits here and there.

The chapters were horrendously long, and the words crammed onto each page made them seem even longer. It was a difficult book to read--not due to the subject matter, but because of the style of writing, and I'm sure (again) the fact it was a translation didn't help. I'll be honest, I could only stand to read about 1/4 of the book. It just wasn't my cup of tea. Maybe you'll have better luck with this book than I did, but I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on it.

I loved this book and found his writing to be superior. He uses words that are like silk and salt. Love this book!!!

Excellent book, full of wonderful images and feelings!

history seemed to me chida to me personally I really liked belatedly time I finish reading it taste good book

never get bored reading this book. such an epic story. either about life and love story

My all time favorite book. It's a love story... and a good one too

The story was written by Garcia Marquez, one of the most famous Colombian writers, The novel was based on true love that can last and overcome adversity for a lifetime, despite the class, war, and suffering due to the cholera this love could not only survive but also grow up and become to a true love.