Cuentos y diálogos by Juan Valera
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About this eBook
| Author | Valera, Juan, 1824-1905 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 03017635 |
| Title | Cuentos y diálogos |
| Contents | El pájaro verde -- Parsondes -- El bermejino prehistórico o las salamandras azules -- Asclepigenia -- Gopa -- Santa. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at DP Europe (http://dp.rastko.net) |
| Summary | "Cuentos y diálogos" by Juan Valera is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The work showcases a variety of tales, with an emphasis on themes of love, magic, and the interplay between fantasy and reality. Its stories often weave elements of humor and wisdom, reflecting Valera's unique narrative style and insight into human nature. At the start of "Cuentos y diálogos," Valera dedicates the collection to a friend, expressing a desire to entertain rather than instruct. The opening tale, "El pájaro verde," introduces the story of a powerful and beloved king whose joy turns to despair upon the death of his queen. Years later, amidst the king's quest for a suitable prince for his beautiful daughter, coupled with a mysterious green bird that captivates her, the story unravels into themes of loss, love, and the supernatural. The vibrant characters and fantastical elements set the stage for an engaging exploration of human emotions and the whimsical nature of fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Spanish fiction |
| Subject | Spanish drama |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27214 |
| Release Date | Nov 9, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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