La bona gent : Obra en quatre actes by Santiago Rusiñol
"La bona gent: Obra en quatre actes" by Santiago Rusiñol is a theatrical play written in the early 20th century. This work explores societal dynamics through the lens of characters involved in a pawnbroking establishment, revealing the struggles and interactions among the economically deprived and the well-off. The play presents a rich tapestry of characters including Sr. Batista, the pawnbroker, who navigates the moral complexities related to his business and interactions with
customers and family. The opening of the play introduces us to a bustling pawnbroker’s shop where various characters come and go, each bringing their struggles and personal histories. Sr. Batista is depicted as shrewd yet sympathetic, often reflecting on the nature of poverty and human dignity as he deals with customers like a desperate woman seeking money for her sick husband. The conversations among Batista's employees and customers reflect a blend of humor and commentary on social class, loyalty, and the harsh realities of life. As the characters navigate their relationships, Rusiñol sets the stage for deeper explorations of themes such as familial obligation, societal norms, and individual aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Rusiñol, Santiago, 1861-1931 |
|---|---|
| Title | La bona gent : Obra en quatre actes |
| Original Publication | Barcelona: Antonio López, Editor, Llibreria Espanyola, 1906. |
| Credits | Joan Queralt Gil |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | Catalan |
| LoC Class | PC: Language and Literatures: Romance languages: Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Catalan drama |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73060 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 299 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!