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Title: La Vuelta de Martín Fierro
Note: Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by La Biblioteca Digital Argentina, formatted by Mariano
Summary: "La Vuelta de Martín Fierro" by José Hernández is a narrative poem written in the late 19th century. This work serves as the sequel to the author's earlier piece, "El gaucho Martín Fierro," and it tells the story of the titular character, Martín Fierro, a gaucho who experiences hardship and loss as he navigates the difficulties of life in rural Argentina. The book aims to convey themes of injustice, social issues, and the resilience of the human spirit, especially from the perspective of the marginalized gaucho community. The beginning of "La Vuelta de Martín Fierro" introduces readers to Martín Fierro's voice as he reflects on his past and the struggles he has endured. He begins by appealing for attention and expressing the emotional weight of his story, revealing a yearning for acknowledgment and understanding. Fierro recounts his deep love for singing and storytelling, which serves as both a cathartic outlet for his sorrows and a way to connect with others. Through his narrative, we see the harsh realities faced by the gaucho, including the loss of family and home, alongside his defiance against these injustices, setting the stage for an exploration of his arduous journey and the social commentary that will unfold throughout the poem. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hernández, José, 1834-1886
EBook No.: 15066
Published: Feb 15, 2005
Downloads: 102
Language: Spanish
Subject: Gauchos -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: La Vuelta de Martín Fierro
Note: Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by La Biblioteca Digital Argentina, formatted by Mariano
Summary: "La Vuelta de Martín Fierro" by José Hernández is a narrative poem written in the late 19th century. This work serves as the sequel to the author's earlier piece, "El gaucho Martín Fierro," and it tells the story of the titular character, Martín Fierro, a gaucho who experiences hardship and loss as he navigates the difficulties of life in rural Argentina. The book aims to convey themes of injustice, social issues, and the resilience of the human spirit, especially from the perspective of the marginalized gaucho community. The beginning of "La Vuelta de Martín Fierro" introduces readers to Martín Fierro's voice as he reflects on his past and the struggles he has endured. He begins by appealing for attention and expressing the emotional weight of his story, revealing a yearning for acknowledgment and understanding. Fierro recounts his deep love for singing and storytelling, which serves as both a cathartic outlet for his sorrows and a way to connect with others. Through his narrative, we see the harsh realities faced by the gaucho, including the loss of family and home, alongside his defiance against these injustices, setting the stage for an exploration of his arduous journey and the social commentary that will unfold throughout the poem. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hernández, José, 1834-1886
EBook No.: 15066
Published: Feb 15, 2005
Downloads: 102
Language: Spanish
Subject: Gauchos -- Poetry
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.