Laura Esquivel
- Born:
- September 30, 1950, Mexico City, Mexico
- Nationality:
- Mexican
- Profession(s):
- Novelist, Screenwriter, Politician
Early Life and Education
- Esquivel was born in Mexico City to José Esquivel, a telegraph operator, and Josefina Valdés.
- She studied at the Escuela Normal Superior, earning a degree in teaching.
- Her early career involved working as a kindergarten teacher and writing for children's television.
Career and Major Achievements
- Esquivel gained international recognition with her debut novel, Como agua para chocolate (Like Water for Chocolate).
- The novel was adapted into a successful film, for which she wrote the screenplay.
- Esquivel served as a federal deputy in the Chamber of Deputies for the Morena party from 2012 to 2015.
- She has continued to publish novels exploring themes of family, love, and Mexican culture.
Notable Works
| Title | Year | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Como agua para chocolate (Like Water for Chocolate) | 1989 | Novel |
| La ley del amor (The Law of Love) | 1995 | Novel |
| Íntimas suculencias | 1998 | Essays and Recipes |
| Malinche | 2006 | Novel |
| A Lupita le gustaba planchar | 2014 | Novel |
Legacy and Impact
Laura Esquivel is recognized as a major figure in contemporary Latin American literature. Her works, particularly Como agua para chocolate, have been translated into numerous languages and have had a significant impact on the genre of magical realism. Her exploration of Mexican culture and identity, especially in works like the novel that provides a fresh perspective on la Malinche de Laura Esquivel biography, has resonated with readers worldwide.