Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
magic-realism
Noun
/ˈmædʒɪk ˈriːəlɪzəm/
Definition
A literary genre in which magical elements are a natural part of an otherwise mundane, realistic environment.
Examples
- One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez is a classic example of magic realism.
- The way characters interact with the fantastical events in the story creates a seamless blend of reality and magic.
Meaning
Magic realism combines elements of fantasy with realistic settings, often blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural.
Synonyms
- fantasy
- surrealism
- marvelous realism
