El cocinero de su majestad: Memorias del tiempo de Felipe III
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| Author | Fernández y González, Manuel, 1821-1888 |
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| Title | El cocinero de su majestad: Memorias del tiempo de Felipe III |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "El cocinero de su majestad: Memorias del tiempo de Felipe III" by D. Manuel Fernández y González is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the royal palace during the reign of King Philip III of Spain, weaving together themes of intrigue, romance, and social hierarchy, with a focus on the protagonist, Juan Montiño, who is the nephew of the king's cook. The novel promises to delve into the culinary and political intricacies of the Spanish court, as well as the challenges faced by those who navigate its treacherous environment. At the start of the book, we meet a weary traveler on a dilapidated horse, struggling through a rainy afternoon towards the royal palace in Madrid. This traveler is revealed to be Juan Montiño, the nephew of the royal cook, who is on a mission to deliver a letter to his uncle. As he arrives, Montiño has encounters with various palace guards and courtiers, each interaction showcasing the social dynamics within the royal environment. Tensions become palpable as Montiño navigates his way through misunderstandings and confrontations, ultimately leading to an encounter with a mysterious lady who hints at secrets and intrigues deeper within the palace walls. This initial chapter sets the tone for a story filled with the complexities of court life, revealing how Montiño's arrival marks the beginning of his own adventures in the midst of royal drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Martínez Montiño, Francisco, active 16th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33275 |
| Release Date | Jul 27, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 135 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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