Weeds by Pío Baroja
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About this eBook
| Author | Baroja, Pío, 1872-1956 |
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| Translator | Goldberg, Isaac, 1887-1938 |
| LoC No. | 23017477 |
| Title | Weeds |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Weeds" by Pío Baroja is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds primarily through the lives of Manuel and Roberto, two young men navigating the turbulent undercurrents of artistic aspiration and existential struggles in Madrid. The narrative explores themes of poverty, ambition, and the contrasting ideals of bohemian life against societal norms. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Roberto Hasting, a struggling artist deeply engrossed in his work amidst a cluttered and dreary studio. Meanwhile, Manuel, a young man desperate to change his life, searches for his friend Roberto in hopes of finding support. As he encounters various characters reflecting the complexities of artistic life, including the eccentric sculptor Alejo Monzón, Manuel is gradually drawn into a world filled with ambition, disappointment, and a yearning for meaning. This opening sets the tone for a deep exploration of youth, the quest for identity, and the harsh realities of life in an artistic community. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Spanish fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61183 |
| Release Date | Jan 16, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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