Arjiropolis O La Capital De Los Estados Confederados Del Rio De La Plata (1850)

Set in the imaginative city of Arjiropolis, the novel delves into the lives, customs, and power struggles of its inhabitants, reflecting the political, economic, educational, and cultural landscape of 19th-century Argentina. Through this narrative, Sarmiento advocates for modernization and a strong national identity. Recognized as one of Argentina's first political novels, it showcases Sarmiento's innovative storytelling that blends realism with utopian fiction, making it a significant work in the country's literary canon.