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Valera, Juan
1824
1905
Galiano, Juan Valera y Alcala
Galiano, Juan Valera y Alcalá
Las Ilusiones del Doctor Faustino, v.1
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"Las Ilusiones del Doctor Faustino" by Juan Valera is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a fictional village called Villabermeja and revolves around its inhabitants, particularly focusing on the character Don Juan Fresco, an older gentleman who contemplates life, society, and the concept of illusions. Through his dialogues, the story explores deep philosophical themes, including the nature of happiness and the role of illusions in human experience. The opening of the novel establishes a philosophical framework through a conversation between the narrator and Don Juan Fresco. Fresco reflects on the passage of time and how experiences shape one's perceptions and beliefs. In this dialogue, he delves into the topic of illusions, arguing that they can often hinder one's understanding of reality, juxtaposed against a backdrop of charming insights about the simple life in Villabermeja. The narrative hints at a poignant story related to a character named Doctor Faustino, which suggests deeper emotional layers yet to be explored as the plot unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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