| Author |
Hernández, José, 1834-1886 |
| Title |
El Gaucho Martín Fierro
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by La Biblioteca Digital Argentina, formatted by Mariano Cecowski Palacio
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| Summary |
"El Gaucho Martín Fierro" by José Hernández is an epic narrative poem written in the late 19th century that celebrates the life and struggles of the Argentine gaucho. This literary work is composed of verses that convey themes of justice, identity, and the plight of the gauchos, who represent a unique cultural identity in Argentina. Hernández's poem is notable for its vivid depiction of gaucho life, serving both as a character study and a social commentary on the injustices faced by these figures during a turbulent period in Argentine history. The poem follows the journey of Martín Fierro, a gaucho who initially leads a peaceful life with his family but is ultimately conscripted into military service, leading to a series of trials and tribulations. Fierro’s narrative reveals his hardship as he navigates betrayal, loss of family, and the harsh realities imposed by authority figures. He reflects on the customs of gaucho life, recounting both joyful and tragic moments while emphasizing the fundamental attributes of freedom and dignity. As the story progresses, Fierro becomes a symbol of resistance against oppression, ultimately highlighting the need for social justice and the resilience of the gaucho spirit amidst enduring struggles. Through this work, Hernández intended to draw attention to the marginalized gaucho class and their significant contributions to the national identity of Argentina. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Spanish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Gauchos -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14765 |
| Release Date |
Jan 23, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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