Novelas de la Costa Azul by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez
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1971
Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928
Spanish
"Novelas de la Costa Azul" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work presents vivid narratives primarily set along the Mediterranean coast, specifically in the picturesque region known as the Costa Azul. Through skilled storytelling and human warmth, the author explores themes of aging and...
opening of "Novelas de la Costa Azul" introduces the aged Duchess of Pontecorvo, who ascends the winding streets of Roquebrune to witness the sunset. Despite her frailty and encumbrance of age, she remains spirited, reveling in the beauty of her surroundings and the memories they evoke. As she reaches a secluded garden, she unexpectedly encounters John Baldwin, a wealthy American, initiating a reflective conversation about the pleasures and melancholy of old age. Their dialogue touches upon lost ambitions, personal sacrifices, and the bittersweet nature of aging, setting the tone for the poignant explorations that follow in the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Nancy Rodriguez
2 months agoI’ve been searching for content like this and the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. I learned so much from this.
Susan Rivera
3 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. Truly inspiring.
Donald Mitchell
1 month agoFrom start to finish, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. Absolutely essential reading.
Jessica Robinson
5 months agoReading this felt refreshing because the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
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Donna Young
5 months agoAfter hearing about this multiple times, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I appreciate the effort put into this.