La de Bringas by Benito Pérez Galdós
"La de Bringas" by Benito Pérez Galdós is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the context of Spanish society, focusing on the everyday lives of the Bringas family, particularly their aspirations and social interactions. Central to the narrative are the characters Francisco Bringas, an aspiring artist, and his wife Rosalía, as they navigate their personal ambitions against the backdrop of societal expectations. The opening of "La
de Bringas" vividly describes a grand mausoleum adorned with intricate decorations, setting a contemplative tone. We are introduced to Francisco Bringas, who reflects on his artistic creations while grappling with the complexities of his social standing and the expectations of his family. The narrative captures intimate conversations between Bringas and his family, centering around artistic endeavors and societal pressures, ultimately hinting at themes of aspiration and the burden of social status. The dialogue and detailed descriptions paint a portrait of a family striving for recognition within a rigid society, while also addressing the intersections of art and personal identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pérez Galdós, Benito, 1843-1920 |
|---|---|
| Title | La de Bringas |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_de_Bringas |
| Credits | Produced by Chuck Greif |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Spanish fiction |
| Subject | Spain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Spain -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31464 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 136 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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