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Álvarez Quintero, Serafín, 1871-1938 |
| Author |
Álvarez Quintero, Joaquín, 1873-1944 |
| Editor |
Morley, S. Griswold (Sylvanus Griswold), 1878-1970 |
| Title |
Doña Clarines y Mañana de Sol
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Stan Goodman, Nieves Rodríguez, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Doña Clarines y Mañana de Sol" by Serafín and Joaquín Álvarez Quintero is a collection of plays written in the early 20th century. The works delve into the intricacies of Spanish society, utilizing humor and character study, with notable focus on the protagonist, Doña Clarines. This comedy reflects the authors' insight into human nature and societal norms, emphasizing moral clarity and authenticity. At the start of "Doña Clarines," we are introduced to the titular character in her home in Guadalema, where she is portrayed as a strong-willed and straightforward woman. The first act unfolds with interactions between Doña Clarines and her brother, Don Basilio, as well as various servants, establishing Clarines' unique personality marked by her blunt honesty and authority. The laughter and tension stem from her dynamic with those around her, particularly as she navigates the complexities of her relationships while dealing with family and societal expectations. The characters set the stage for a comedic exploration of personal truths and social manners, inviting readers to engage with the unfolding domestic drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| Language |
Spanish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Comedies
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| Subject |
Spanish drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16109 |
| Release Date |
Jun 22, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 11, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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