Agua de Nieve (Novela) by Concha Espina
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About this eBook
| Author | Espina, Concha, 1869-1955 |
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| Title | Agua de Nieve (Novela) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Agua de Nieve" by Concha Espina is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to Regina de Alcántara, a young woman embarking on a journey filled with self-discovery and emotional depth, while navigating her relationships with her family, particularly her ailing brother Daniel, and her confidante Eugenia Barquín. The novel explores themes of loss, identity, and the pursuit of happiness against a rich backdrop of landscapes and personal struggles. At the start of the novel, Regina arrives at the Lazaretto of San Simón after a journey from overseas, filled with a mix of excitement and melancholy. As she disembarks, she conveys a complicated emotional state—expressing joy that is intermingled with sadness as she reflects on her connection to her homeland and the recent death of her brother. The narrative unfolds with Regina's interactions with fellow travelers, a tender yet strained relationship with her brother, and her initial resistance to the demands of adulthood. The opening chapters set the stage for Regina's inner conflicts and aspirations, as she seeks to reconcile her past with her hopes for the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Spanish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47388 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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