Maximina by Armando Palacio Valdés
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| Author | Palacio Valdés, Armando, 1853-1938 |
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| Title | Maximina |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Maximina" by Armando Palacio Valdés is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the character Miguel, who arrives in the village of Pasajes to see his betrothed, Maximina, just before their wedding. This opening sets the stage for themes of love, social dynamics, and the complexities of marital expectations, as we witness the couple's interactions filled with nervousness and youthful innocence. At the start of the narrative, Miguel arrives in Pasajes and is greeted warmly by the locals, particularly by Úrsula, who expresses excitement over his upcoming marriage to Maximina. As Miguel makes his way to see Maximina, he is consumed with pleasant anticipation, highlighting the tension and excitement of a wedding eve. Upon his arrival at Maximina's home, the couple navigates their insecurities and the pressure from their families. The atmosphere is filled with playful teasing, love, and the traditional expectations of marriage, showcasing Valdés's detailed character development and setting the groundwork for deeper explorations of their relationship and the societal expectations that surround it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Spanish fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40810 |
| Release Date | Sep 20, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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