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Gorostiza, Manuel Eduardo de
1789
1851
De Gorostiza, Manuel Eduardo
McGuire, Elizabeth
1879
Contigo Pan y Cebolla
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Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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"Contigo Pan y Cebolla" by Manuel Eduardo de Gorostiza is a prose comedy written in the early 19th century. The play offers an engaging glimpse into various aspects of Spanish life and thought, primarily revolving around a family dynamic and the complexities of romance and social expectations. The main characters include Doña Matilde, who grapples with her feelings for Don Eduardo, a suitor whose financial status becomes a contentious point in their relationship. The opening of the play introduces Doña Matilde, who is in a state of distress as she prepares for a pivotal moment that will determine her future. She confides in Bruno, her servant, about her anxiety regarding her father's impending decision about her marriage. When Don Eduardo arrives, their banter reveals a deeper connection, yet Matilde is torn by her father's expectations and her own desires. As the scenes unfold, the audience witnesses the characters navigating their emotions and societal pressures, setting the stage for the comedic twists and revelations to come. The play's humorous dialogue and relatable themes of love and familial duty suggest a lighthearted exploration of these timeless issues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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