Las Ilusiones del Doctor Faustino, v.2 by Juan Valera
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| Author | Valera, Juan, 1824-1905 |
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| Title | Las Ilusiones del Doctor Faustino, v.2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Las Ilusiones del Doctor Faustino, v.2" by Juan Valera is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Dr. Faustino, a man caught between the societal expectations of his aristocratic background and the emotional complexities of his relationships with Rosita, the proud and independent daughter of a local scribe, and María, his ethereal and enigmatic 'immortal friend'. The opening of the novel introduces us to Rosita, a strong-willed woman who dominates her household and yearns for companionship beyond the mundane. As she prepares for a social gathering, we learn about her physical beauty and spirited nature. Dr. Faustino arrives at the gathering absorbed in philosophical musings about love and ambition, yet he finds himself drawn to Rosita's vibrant energy. Their interaction reveals an undercurrent of potential romance; however, Dr. Faustino is also haunted by his connection to the mysterious María, and the tension between his obligations to social class and his genuine affection for Rosita begins to surface. This initial setup foreshadows the emotional entanglements and conflicts that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Spanish fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53436 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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