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The Dead Command - From the Spanish Los Muertos Mandan
Vicente Blasco Ibáñez
Übersetzer Frances Douglas
Verlag: DigiCat
Beschreibung
In 'The Dead Command,' published in Spanish as 'Los Muertos Mandan,' the reader is treated to a compelling narrative rich with cultural tapestries and wry humor. Vicente Blasco Ibáñez skillfully weaves together a tale that is at once a vivid reflection on the burden of ancestry and a sharp critique of societal divides within early 20th-century Spain. Through his protagonist Jaime Febrer, Ibáñez explores the intersections of nobility and peasantry, challenging the prevailing class structures with both subtlety and irony. The granular detail with which he paints the protagonist's interactions and his estate's grounds provides a charged backdrop for the themes of decay, tradition, and the haunting weight of past generations that pervade the text.nVicente Blasco Ibáñez, a titan of Spanish literature, offered insights into his society's dynamics that were perhaps informed by his own politically active life. As a staunch republican, his works often critiqued the status quo and championed social change. 'The Dead Command' stands as a testament to Ibáñez's narrative prowess and unique capacity to juxtapose levity with profound sociocultural commentary, a style that won him widespread acclaim in the Spanish-speaking world and beyond.nWhether for students of literature seeking to delve into early 20th-century Spanish narratives or for readers simply in pursuit of a story rich with historical context and laced with wit, 'The Dead Command' is an essential read. Ibáñez's masterful storytelling and incisive societal observation immortalize the era's intricacies and render the novel a timeless piece, which remains remarkably relevant in its examination of the immutable and often spectral power structures that shape human lives.
Verfügbar seit: 10.08.2022.
Drucklänge: 256 Seiten.
