The author Gabriel Garcia Marquez uses satire throughout many of his novels and short stories. ... These two works from Marquez are filled with satire. ... Gabriel Garcia Marquez satirizes the code of honor that existed in early twentieth century Columbia. Marquez portrays this honor code as unjust through the murder of Santiago Nasar. ... Garcia Marquez's portrays Santiago Nasar as a Christ figure, an innocent man who is sacrificed for the sins of others. ...

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• Grade Level: High School