Cortazar

     
      The first time I read magical realism was when I completed the Continuity of Parks by Cortazar. At first, I had trouble understanding what magical realism was exactly. I assumed it would be similar to fantasy or science fiction. I, however, was wrong. The story had a way of reeling you in and then shocking you with a wild plot twist. I may have had doubts at first but magical realism is a wonderful writing style that makes me think and wonder. I am glad that the Continuity of Parks was the first story I read in that form and it is a prime example.
  
      The next story I read was Our Demeanor at Wakes. This story did not excite me as much as the Continuity of parks. It was very drawn out, and you had to search for the magic in the story. After class discussion, I was a Littlemore comprehensive of the story but I still would probably not read it again. I preferred the more noticeable and shocking twist that was present in the previous story.
 
     Finally, I read the Axolotl story. Although it too was drawn out, I found it very interesting. I felt like something wild was about to happen and kept anticipating it. The story did posses a wild plot twist which validated my anticipation. The twist left me stunned and confused (only for a moment), which makes for an excellent reading. It amazed me how Cortazar can draw you in and twist your mind in whatever way he wants. I was happy that this was another shocker from Cortazar.