I disagree that Allende creates an alternative universe to express elements of magic. I think that Allende uses the universe we live in and expresses magical elements through magical realism, but makes them seem like real magical events. Allende describes events in which they seem like it is simply magic and it is true. She does that by creating the magic in our universe. It is easier for us to believe because we believe things when we experience it. The thing we share is the universe so the way she describes magic is believable and can possibly be true. She does this because she wants us to feel the magic. Her intention is for us to experience a three-legged table or a dog as big as camel. I think Allende is successful in making us believe.
On the other hand, I do believe that Marquez creates an alternative universe. This is accepted because I think the idea of magic is widely accepted in Latin American culture, and can be seen as a way of life. I think more than on what he intended, magic sub--consciously happened. It is just so common and expected that magic is something that comes natural in Latin America. Just like Allende, Marquez wanted us to accept or feel just as comfortable with magic.
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