| Author |
Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928 |
| Title |
El papa del mar
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| Original Publication |
Spain: Prometeo,1925.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at HathiTrust Digital Library)
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| Summary |
"El papa del mar" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work delves into themes of ambition, love, and historical reflection through the intertwined lives of its characters. The main character, Claudio Borja, is a thoughtful young man who reflects on his past and the complexities of his life while engaging with Rosaura Salcedo, a wealthy widow. Their encounters offer a glimpse into the societal dynamics of wealth and desire. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Claudio Borja at a hotel in Avignon, where he has a chance encounter with Rosaura Salcedo, the elegant widow of a wealthy Argentine landowner. The narrative paints a vivid picture of their backstories, interweaving discussions about literature and idealism. Claudio’s fascination with historical figures, particularly that of a Spanish pope, emerges as he seeks purpose and identity, while Rosaura embodies both beauty and the burdens of her privileged past. Their conversation unfolds within a rich tapestry of music and atmosphere, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of their motivations and desires as the story progresses. (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 |
Benedict XIII, Antipope, 1342-1423? -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Catholic Church -- History -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Rome (Italy) -- History -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67843 |
| Release Date |
Apr 15, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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