| Author |
Pereda, José María de, 1833-1906 |
| Title |
El sabor de la tierruca
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| Credits |
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Distributed Proofreading team at DP-test Italia.
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| Summary |
"El sabor de la tierruca" by José María de Pereda is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work explores the lives and landscapes of rural Spain, particularly the Cantabria region, through rich descriptions and character-driven narratives. The story introduces us to protagonists like Pablo and Ana, who navigate their relationships against a backdrop of local customs, family ties, and social tensions. The beginning of the novel sets a vivid and immersive tone, describing a majestic tree (the cajiga) that symbolizes the wild beauty of the montañés landscape. We meet the character Pablo, a young man who expresses a deep connection to his homeland, contrasting with his friend Don Baldomero, who dismisses the value of knowledge and education. Their conversation reflects the tensions between rural life and the outside world, highlighting personal desires and societal expectations. As Pablo finds comfort in the familiar sights and sounds of his village, the narrative hints at the complexities of love and friendship, especially through the dynamic between Pablo and Ana, who is introduced later along with the theme of familial conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Spanish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Spanish fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
53429 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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