Parisiana by Rubén Darío
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"Parisiana" by Rubén Darío is a literary work written in the late 19th century. This book offers a collection of reflections and observations, predominantly focusing on the lives of exiled royals and the intertwining of personal anecdotes with historical commentary. The narrative brings to life figures such as Eugenia de Montijo and Isabel II, encapsulating their regal experiences amid the backdrop of European politics. The opening of "Parisiana" sets the stage for
a rich tapestry of historical narrative, blending biography with social commentary. Darío introduces readers to the somber presence of Eugenia de Montijo, reflecting on her transformation from an empress to a neglected widow. The text contrasts her fate with that of Isabel II, who maintains her royal dignity in exile. Through vivid descriptions and poignant anecdotes, the author paints a picture of the emotional struggles faced by these historical figures, inviting readers to consider the transient nature of power and the poignant realities of loss and memory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Darío, Rubén, 1867-1916 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Ochoa, Enrique |
| Title |
Parisiana Obras Completas, Vol. V |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Josep Cols Canals, Paul Marshall, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Nicaraguan literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53930 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-53930-0 |
| Release Date | Jan 9, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 584 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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