Ranchos (Costumbres del Campo) by Javier de Viana
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Viana, Javier de, 1868-1926
Spanish
"Ranchos (Costumbres del Campo)" by Javier de Viana is a collection of literary sketches likely written in the early 20th century. The work explores rural life in the gaucho culture, depicting various characters and scenarios that highlight the customs, struggles, and humor of country living. It presents a vivid tapestry of life on the pampas, with...
tone by immersing the reader in the atmosphere of a rural gathering during a stormy night. It introduces a group of gauchos around a fire, sharing stories and traditions while the tempest outside evokes a sense of camaraderie and folklore. As the old storyteller Matías regales the audience with tales, the narrative intertwines humor with a touch of supernatural, showcasing how everyday experiences in the countryside blend with the extraordinary and the cultural memory of the gaucho lifestyle. This scene not only captures the essence of community among the gauchos but also hints at the conflicts and sentiments that will be explored in subsequent stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Melissa Wilson
3 weeks agoI have to admit, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. One of the best books I've read this year.
Patricia Nelson
2 months agoI have to admit, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. I learned so much from this.
Michelle Flores
2 weeks agoI didn't expect much, but the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. Simply brilliant.
Betty Gonzalez
2 months agoFor a digital edition, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Highly recommended for everyone.
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Charles Gonzalez
2 months agoFrom the very first page, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I couldn't put it down until the very end.