Briefing: Alfredo Bryce Echenique, the last great pen of the Latin American 'boom' dies

Summary

• Author of 'A World for Julius'
• Passed away at 87 years old
• Known for his contributions to Latin American literature

Key Facts

Fact	Value
Age at death	87
Place of death	Lima
Notable work	'A World for Julius'

Sources

• EuroNews: http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/03/10/alfredo-bryce-echenique-the-last-great-pen-of-the-latin-american-boom-dies