Maximina by Armando Palacio Valdés

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Author Palacio Valdés, Armando, 1853-1938
Translator Dole, Nathan Haskell, 1852-1935
Title Maximina
Note Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Maximina" by Armando Palacio Valdés is a novel written in the late 19th century. It follows the story of Miguel Rivera and his fiancée, Maximina, as they prepare for their wedding and navigate the complexities of their budding relationship within a small village setting. The narrative unfolds amid themes of love, societal expectations, and personal insecurities, highlighting the innocence and emotional depth of the characters. At the start of the story, Miguel arrives in the village excited about his impending marriage to Maximina. He is greeted by the enthusiastic boat-woman, Ursula, who shares villagers' sentiments about the marriage. As he approaches her home, an array of emotions reflects his eagerness, anticipation, and love for Maximina, who appears shy and apprehensive about their union. The opening scene captures moments filled with playful banter, nervousness, and affection, as family members and friends gather to celebrate their love, setting the stage for the challenges and joys that await them in their new life together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Young women -- Fiction
Subject Married women -- Fiction
Subject Madrid (Spain) -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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