"Conversation in the Cathedral" is a novel by Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa. It explores the lives of various characters in Lima during the 1950s, focusing on the themes of power, corruption, and social injustice. The story unfolds through a dialogue between Zavalita, a disillusioned journalist, and Don Fermín, an influential figure, as they reflect on their past and the political climate of Peru. The narrative is structured around a series of conversations that reveal the complexities of human relationships and the impact of dictatorship on society. Through their discussions, the characters confront their personal choices and the moral dilemmas they face in a corrupt system.