Fortunata and Jacinta by Benito Perez Galdos
Galdos has been called the Balzac or Dickens of Spain, and "Fortunata and Jacinta" (1887) is his masterpiece. Set in Madrid between 1868 and 1875, it treats both political tumult and personal obsession, telling the story of two women who love the same man - one his mistress and the other his wife.
Benito Perez Galdos is a key contributor to the introduction to the realistic Spanish novel of the 19th century. He was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1912. He is the author of many classic titles, including Marianela and Trafalgar.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780140442779 |
| ISBN 10 | 0140442774 |
| Title | Fortunata and Jacinta |
| Author | Benito Perez Galdos |
| Series | Classics |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Year published | 1973-06-28 |
| Number of pages | 1072 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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