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Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente
1867
1928
Ibáñez, Vicente Blasco
Blasco Ibanez, Vicente
Ménétrier, F.
Contes espagnols d'amour et de mort
Préface -- Le second mariage du père Sento -- Dimoni -- Coup double -- Le parasite du train -- Un fonctionnaire -- Le mannequin -- Devant la gueule du four -- La barque abandonnée -- La condamnée -- Un homme à la mer -- La rage -- La fille de la sorcière -- Une trouvaille -- Un gentilhomme -- Le dernier lion de Valence -- Le banquet du bandit -- Perdu en mer -- Le crapaud -- Le mur -- Printemps triste -- A la porte du ciel -- La tombe d'Ali Bellus.
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"Contes espagnols d'amour et de mort" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of love and death in various narratives set against the rich backdrop of Spanish culture, particularly in the Valencian countryside. The tales feature a variety of characters, including those caught in dramatic romantic entanglements and social tensions, reflecting the author's vivid insights into human emotions and societal norms. The opening of the first story introduces Father Sento, a prominent villager who stirs up gossip by marrying Marieta, a young woman from a humble background. This unexpected union draws the attention and incredulity of the villagers, especially given Sento's wealth and reputation. As preparations for the wedding progress, tensions rise, hinting at love triangles and familial conflicts, notably with Toni the Vagabond, who has a past connection to Marieta. The narrative sets the stage for a rich exploration of love's complexities and the community's reactions, laying a foundation for themes of desire, tradition, and social expectation that permeate the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Spanish fiction -- Translations into French
Short stories, Spanish -- Translations into French
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