Los Recursos de la Astucia by Pío Baroja
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Baroja, Pío, 1872-1956
Spanish
"Los Recursos de la Astucia" by Pío Baroja is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Don Pedro Leguía, who recounts his experiences leading up to the September Revolution, filled with colorful characters and political intrigue. The narrative explores themes of cunning, social dynamics, and the interplay between persona...
Leguía reflects on his life in Madrid, where he feels detached from public and private life due to past political failures and illness. Persuaded by a senator friend to spend time in the quiet pine forests of Cuenca, he encounters various characters, including a curious old woman named Cándida, who leads him to a local undertaker with intriguing stories. As he explores Cuenca, Leguía learns about the turbulent political history of the region and its key figures, establishing a foundation for the intertwining of personal histories with the broader political landscape that follows throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
David Flores
4 months agoI decided to give this a chance and the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Noah Brown
3 months agoI discovered this unexpectedly and the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. This made complex ideas feel approachable.
Mary Adams
5 months agoI picked this up late one night and the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Oliver Garcia
3 months agoMy professor recommended this and the content strikes a great balance between detail and readability. Truly inspiring.
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George Miller
1 month agoAfter hearing about this multiple times, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. This left a lasting impression on me.