Leon Roch: A Romance, vol. 2 (of 2) by Benito Pérez Galdós
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| Author | Pérez Galdós, Benito, 1843-1920 |
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| Translator | Bell, Clara, 1834-1927 |
| Title | Leon Roch: A Romance, vol. 2 (of 2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Leon Roch: A Romance, vol. 2 (of 2)" by Benito Pérez Galdós is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative primarily centers around the turmoil in the lives of the Telleria family as they confront personal disgrace, moral dilemmas, and social intrigue. The key character at the heart of the story is María de Roch, whose relationship with her husband Leon is fraught with conflict, leading to deep emotional upheaval as she grapples with love, betrayal, and her faith. The beginning of this second volume situates us within the deteriorating circumstances of the Telleria family, emphasizing their desperate attempts to maintain appearances despite their personal crises. Following the revelation of her husband's alleged unfaithfulness with another woman, María is caught in a whirlwind of jealousy, anguish, and epiphanies about her own devotion and desires. As she prepares to confront Leon, her reflections on love, fidelity, and self-worth culminate in a dramatic confrontation that lays bare the complexities of their marriage and the societal pressures they both navigate. Through vivid character portrayals and intricate dialogues, the opening chapters set the stage for a compelling exploration of the intersections between personal integrity and societal expectation. (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. | 49272 |
| Release Date | Jun 24, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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