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"Amar es vencer" by Madame P. Caro is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Máximo de Cosmes, who communicates with his brother Javier about various encounters and societal circumstances, notably involving Elena, the daughter of a man named Lacante. The narrative delves into themes of duty, love, and familial responsibility as characters navigate their relationships amid personal and societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces us to a correspondence between Máximo and his brother regarding Lacante's unexpected challenge of dealing with the death of a relative and the subsequent responsibility of caring for his daughter Elena. Máximo recounts his observations of Lacante's character, highlighting the tension between his past decisions and newfound paternal instincts. Additionally, he describes his journey to Quimper for the funeral and his immediate concern for Elena, who is revealing her fragility. As the story unfolds, the reader is drawn into the intricate dynamics of love, obligation, and the societal roles each character must play, particularly as they confront the impending changes in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
French fiction -- Translations into Spanish
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