| Author |
Alas, Leopoldo, 1852-1901 |
| Title |
La Regenta
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif
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| Summary |
"La Regenta" by Leopoldo Alas is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the fictional city of Vetusta and revolves around the main character, Ana Ozores, a beautiful and distinguished woman trapped in an oppressive marriage, struggling against social norms and pursuing her desires. The narrative explores themes of ambition, repression, and the complexity of human emotions against a backdrop of clerical and societal strife. The opening of "La Regenta" introduces the protagonist's world, evoking a languid afternoon in Vetusta as it describes the city and its nuances. The reader encounters a vivid portrayal of the city's atmosphere through the experiences of Bismarck, a lighthearted character who adds a touch of playful banter as he navigates his duties in the cathedral. The narrative transitions to Father Fermín de Pas, a magnetic and multifaceted cleric, who becomes a focal point in the tale, hinting at the intricate interconnections and tensions between the clerical and secular worlds, alongside Ana's pensive existence. The stage is set for a compelling conflict between personal aspiration and societal expectation in this richly crafted new landscape. (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 |
Spain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Married people -- Spain -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17073 |
| Release Date |
Nov 16, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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