El revolucionario corrupto en la novela cubana: Personas decentes (2022) de Leonardo Padura

The figure of the corrupt revolutionary is characterized by betrayal of the ideals of the revolution in which he had participated, abuse of power and moral and political corruption once he reaches a position as a public official of the state. This character, by integrating himself into the system against which he is fighting, ends up reproducing its dynamics instead of changing it from within. In this article, based on the study of the novel Personas decentes (2022) by Leonardo Padura, I analyze the archetype of the corrupt revolutionary, taking into account the historical context of Cuba and how political and social changes have influenced its creation. The analysis of the characters shows that they are a reflection of Cuban society and its struggle against corruption. In conclusion, I offer a reflection on the relevance of the archetype of the corrupt revolutionary today.