The "Grupo de los Trece" is a collective of thirteen influential Latin American writers and intellectuals formed in the 1970s. This group aimed to promote cultural exchange and collaboration among its members, who sought to address social and political issues through literature and art. Members of the group include notable figures such as Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa. They played a significant role in shaping contemporary Latin American literature and fostering a sense of unity among writers from diverse backgrounds and countries.