Gaspar Ruiz by Joseph Conrad
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"Gaspar Ruiz" by Joseph Conrad is a historical novella written in the late 19th century. The story delves into the tumultuous period of a revolutionary war in South America, primarily focusing on themes of identity, injustice, and the struggle for power. The main character, Gaspar Ruiz, is a powerful yet complex figure caught between loyalty and survival, navigating the chaos of allegiance in a time of strife. The opening of the novella
introduces the backdrop of a revolutionary war, highlighting the brutality and moral ambiguity faced by common people. It begins with Gaspar Ruiz, who was taken prisoner during the conflict and is condemned to death as a supposed deserter. However, the narrative intricately portrays his perspective, emphasizing his lack of treachery and the unfortunate circumstances of his capture. As he grapples with his impending fate, Gaspar's physicality and strength are contrasted against the compassion and puzzlement of Lieutenant Santierra, who becomes both spectator and participant in the unfolding drama of war and human endurance. Thus, the beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of character dynamics amidst the harsh realities of conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Conrad, Joseph, 1857-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | Gaspar Ruiz |
| Credits | Produced by John Orford, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | War stories |
| Subject | Chile -- History -- War of Independence, 1810-1824 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8736 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08736-8 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 456 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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