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La Gaviota

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by Fernán Caballero ...

Translated by J. Leander Starr ...

In "La Gaviota," Fern√°n Caballero intricately weaves a narrative rich in regionalism and the complexities of societal norms in 19th-century Spain. Through the lens of romance and social critique, the novel unfolds the life of a spirited heroine who navigates the turbulent waters of love, duty, and personal aspiration. Caballero's literary style is marked by a vivid and descriptive prose that ... Read more

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In "La Gaviota," Fern√°n Caballero intricately weaves a narrative rich in regionalism and the complexities of societal norms in 19th-century Spain. Through the lens of romance and social critique, the novel unfolds the life of a spirited heroine who navigates the turbulent waters of love, duty, and personal aspiration. Caballero's literary style is marked by a vivid and descriptive prose that
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Spanish Travels, Volume 1

by John Hay, W. Somerset Maugham ...

I've always been a fan of nineteenth-century travel narratives in English. They make comparisons that reveal more about England or the US than they do about the country visited. They don't avoid showing their awe or their disgust. They're resolutely opinionated and unabashedly judgmental. In other words, their perspective makes the book. In spite of all that, someone reading these narratives today ... Read more

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I've always been a fan of nineteenth-century travel narratives in English. They make comparisons that reveal more about England or the US than they do about the country visited. They don't avoid showing their awe or their disgust. They're resolutely opinionated and unabashedly judgmental. In other words, their perspective makes the book. In spite of all that, someone reading these narratives today
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Anthology Of Spanish Literature

by Vincente Blasco Ibáñez,Miguel de Cervantes ...

A collection of nine books with an active table of contents.Authors and works include:Vicente Blasco Ibáñez:The Dead CommandThe Four Horsemen of the ApocalypseLuna BenamorMayflowerNostrum (Our Sea)The Shadow of the CathedralWoman TriumphantMiquel de CervantesDon QuixoteFirst Love: And Other Fascinating Stories of Spanish Life ... Read more

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A collection of nine books with an active table of contents.Authors and works include:Vicente Blasco Ibáñez:The Dead CommandThe Four Horsemen of the ApocalypseLuna BenamorMayflowerNostrum (Our Sea)The Shadow of the CathedralWoman TriumphantMiquel de CervantesDon QuixoteFirst Love: And Other Fascinating Stories of Spanish Life
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Brazilian Tales (Mobi Classics)

by Dolores, Carmen; Netto, Coelho; Assis, Joaquim Maria Machado de; Albuquerque, José Medeiros e; ...

Translated by Isaac GoldbergCONTENTSPRELIMINARY REMARKSTHE ATTENDANT'S CONFESSIONBY JOAQUIM MARIA MACHADO DE ASSITHE FORTUNE-TELLERBY JOAQUIM MARIA MACHADO DE ASSISLIFEBY JOAQUIM MARIA MACHADO DE ASSITHE VENGEANCE OF FELIXBY JOSÉ MEDEIROS E ALBUQUERQUTHE ... ... Read more

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Translated by Isaac GoldbergCONTENTSPRELIMINARY REMARKSTHE ATTENDANT'S CONFESSIONBY JOAQUIM MARIA MACHADO DE ASSITHE FORTUNE-TELLERBY JOAQUIM MARIA MACHADO DE ASSISLIFEBY JOAQUIM MARIA MACHADO DE ASSITHE VENGEANCE OF FELIXBY JOSÉ MEDEIROS E ALBUQUERQUTHE ...
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Stories of Spain

by Frances Hodgson Burnett, Prosper Merimee ...

This beautifully edited e-book contains two short novels. "The Pretty Sister of José" is a sweetly passionate story of love spurned and requited, complete with flamenco singers and bullfighters, all lovingly described by the pen of the incomparable Frances Hodgson Burnett. This story includes the charming original illustrations with plenty of ruffled dresses, bolero hats, flowers, and longing ... Read more

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This beautifully edited e-book contains two short novels. "The Pretty Sister of José" is a sweetly passionate story of love spurned and requited, complete with flamenco singers and bullfighters, all lovingly described by the pen of the incomparable Frances Hodgson Burnett. This story includes the charming original illustrations with plenty of ruffled dresses, bolero hats, flowers, and longing
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Carmen

by Prosper Merimee ...

Translated by Geeorge Burnham Ives ...

Series series The Art of the Novella
The novella that was the basis for perhaps the most popular opera of all time, Prosper Mérimée’s Carmen is the swashbuckling story of a nineteenth-century Spanish soldier who deserts his post to pursue the fiery gypsy beauty, Carmen—who is as brave as she is fickle.The opera’s plot, it turns out, is based only on part of the larger adventure that is Carmen. The story opens, for example, with the ... Read more

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The novella that was the basis for perhaps the most popular opera of all time, Prosper Mérimée’s Carmen is the swashbuckling story of a nineteenth-century Spanish soldier who deserts his post to pursue the fiery gypsy beauty, Carmen—who is as brave as she is fickle.The opera’s plot, it turns out, is based only on part of the larger adventure that is Carmen. The story opens, for example, with the
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The Unknown Masterpiece and Other Stories

by Honore de Balzac ...

One of the fathers of Realism was the famed 19th century French writer Honore de Balzac. His works are best known for their shrewd, yet honest, interpretation of real life problems within the social classes of French society. He believed that explaining a character would not inform the reader about the character's personality; however, describing their home, possessions, and other details would ... Read more

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One of the fathers of Realism was the famed 19th century French writer Honore de Balzac. His works are best known for their shrewd, yet honest, interpretation of real life problems within the social classes of French society. He believed that explaining a character would not inform the reader about the character's personality; however, describing their home, possessions, and other details would
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The best Brazilian Tales Collection

by Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis, José Medeiros e Albuquerque, Coelho Netto ...

Brazilian Tales Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis (1839 – 1908), was a Brazilian novelist, poet, playwright, short story writer, and advocate of monarchism. Widely regarded as the greatest writer of Brazilian literature, nevertheless he did not gain widespread popularity outside Brazil in his own lifetime. He was multilingual, having taught himself French, English, ... Read more

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Brazilian Tales Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis (1839 – 1908), was a Brazilian novelist, poet, playwright, short story writer, and advocate of monarchism. Widely regarded as the greatest writer of Brazilian literature, nevertheless he did not gain widespread popularity outside Brazil in his own lifetime. He was multilingual, having taught himself French, English,
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Memoirs of Casanova — Volume 26: Spain

by Arthur Machen, Giacomo Casanova ...

I Am Ordered to Leave Vienna— The Empress Moderates but Does Not Annul the Order— Zavoiski at Munich— My Stay at Augsburg— Gasconnade at Louisburg— The Cologne Newspaper— My Arrival at Aix-la-Chapell ... Read more

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I Am Ordered to Leave Vienna— The Empress Moderates but Does Not Annul the Order— Zavoiski at Munich— My Stay at Augsburg— Gasconnade at Louisburg— The Cologne Newspaper— My Arrival at Aix-la-Chapell
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The Swan of Vilamorta

by condesa de Emilia Pardo Bazán ...

"The Swan of Vilamorta" is a novel set in 19th-century Spain, blending elements of social realism and romance. The story centers around the character of Doña Eulalia, also known as the Swan of Vilamorta, a prominent and wealthy figure in her community.The plot delves into Doña Eulalia's life and the complex dynamics within her social sphere. The novel explores themes of societal expectations, ... Read more

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"The Swan of Vilamorta" is a novel set in 19th-century Spain, blending elements of social realism and romance. The story centers around the character of Doña Eulalia, also known as the Swan of Vilamorta, a prominent and wealthy figure in her community.The plot delves into Doña Eulalia's life and the complex dynamics within her social sphere. The novel explores themes of societal expectations,
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PROSPER MÉRIMÉE'S SHORT STORIES

by PROSPER MÉRIMÉE ...

The collection likely includes some of Mérimée's most famous short stories, such as "Carmen," "Mateo Falcone," "The Venus of Ille," and "Colomba." Each story showcases Mérimée's mastery of narrative technique, as well as his keen understanding of human nature and society."Carmen" is perhaps Mérimée's most famous work, telling the story of a passionate and enigmatic Romani woman and her tragic ... Read more

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The collection likely includes some of Mérimée's most famous short stories, such as "Carmen," "Mateo Falcone," "The Venus of Ille," and "Colomba." Each story showcases Mérimée's mastery of narrative technique, as well as his keen understanding of human nature and society."Carmen" is perhaps Mérimée's most famous work, telling the story of a passionate and enigmatic Romani woman and her tragic
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Remember the Alamo

by Amelia E. Barr ...

Amelia E. Barr's novel "Remember the Alamo" uses this historical backdrop to tell the story of a young woman named Mercedes Castaneda. Mercedes is the daughter of a Mexican officer who is sympathetic to the Texan cause. The novel explores the complexities of her loyalties and the personal relationships she forms with individuals on both sides of the conflict.Loyalty and Identity: Mercedes grapples ... Read more

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Amelia E. Barr's novel "Remember the Alamo" uses this historical backdrop to tell the story of a young woman named Mercedes Castaneda. Mercedes is the daughter of a Mexican officer who is sympathetic to the Texan cause. The novel explores the complexities of her loyalties and the personal relationships she forms with individuals on both sides of the conflict.Loyalty and Identity: Mercedes grapples
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