El Señor y los demás son Cuentos by Leopoldo Alas

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Author Alas, Leopoldo, 1852-1901
Title El Señor y los demás son Cuentos
Note Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents El Señor -- ¡Adiós, Cordera! -- Cambio de luz -- El Centauro -- Rivales -- Protesto -- La yernocracia -- Un viejo verde -- Cuento futuro -- Un Jornalero -- Benedictino -- La Ronca -- La rosa de oro.
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Summary "El Señor y los demás son cuentos" by Leopoldo Alas is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work reflects the author's deep moral sensitivity and explores themes of human experience through the lens of various characters, particularly focusing on a young boy named Juan de Dios and the poignant dynamics of familial and social relationships. The stories reveal human emotions, aspirations, and the bittersweet nature of life. The opening of the collection introduces us to the character of Juan de Dios, the son of a widow mourning her husband, Captain Jiménez. His beauty and innocence attract the admiration of those around him, as he lives a sheltered life filled with religious and spiritual devotion. As Juan grows up, he becomes increasingly aware of his surroundings and the suffering of others, ultimately grappling with both the desire for a religious life and the strains of earthly attachments. A significant struggle emerges within him as he prepares for a future in the priesthood, which he views with both reverence and anticipation of potential martyrdom. Complications arise with the introduction of Rosario, a beautiful girl he encounters, leading Juan to question his spiritual path amidst the competing emotions of love and duty. The narrative deftly weaves together the character's inner conflicts, familial expectations, and the realities of society, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of commitment, sacrifice, and spiritual longing throughout the tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Spanish
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Short stories, Spanish
Subject Spanish fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 62361
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 7, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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