Cuentos valencianos by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez
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| Author | Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928 |
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| Title | Cuentos valencianos |
| Note | Reading ease score: 46.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | Dimòni -- ¡Cosas de hombres!... -- La cencerrada -- La apuesta del esparrelló -- La caperuza -- Noche de bodas -- La corrección -- Guapeza valenciana -- El femater -- En la puerta del cielo -- El establo de Eva -- La tumba de Alí-Bellús -- El dragón del Patriarca. |
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| Summary | "Cuentos valencianos" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book likely explores life and social dynamics in Valencia, focusing on various characters and their interactions within the cultural landscape of the region. The tales seem to capture elements of local tradition, humor, and perhaps a critique of contemporary society. The opening of the collection introduces the character of "Dimòni", a well-known dulzainero in the Valencian region who is celebrated by the townsfolk, especially during festive occasions. Despite his musical talent, "Dimòni" is portrayed as a chronic drunkard whose antics amuse and scandalize those around him. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at his relationship with "La Borracha", a fellow alcoholic, ultimately leading to her tragic demise, which profoundly affects him. This sets the tone for a blend of humor and tragedy, characteristic of the stories yet to come. The personal and communal aspects of life in Valencia are central to the narrative, inviting readers to engage with the characters' struggles and triumphs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Short stories, Spanish |
| Subject | Spanish fiction -- 20th century |
| Subject | Valencia (Spain) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 66514 |
| Release Date | Oct 11, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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