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Spanish fiction -- Translations into German Books
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Pedro Antonio de Alarcón
Der Dreispitz
"Der Dreispitz" by Pedro Antonio de Alarcón is a novella published in 1874. Set in an Andalusian town around 1805, it tells the story of a miller and his beautiful wife Frasquita, whose peaceful life is disrupted when a powerful magistrate, the Corregidor, becomes infatuated with her. When the Corregidor schemes to separate the couple, a night of misunderstandings and mistaken identities unfolds, leading to jealousy, attempted revenge, and comedic chaos that threatens two marriages.
Alonso de Castillo Solórzano
Die Harpyen von Madrit, oder die Postkutsche Aus dem Spanischen des Verfassers der Donna Rufina
"Die Harpyen von Madrit, oder die Postkutsche" by Alonso de Castillo Solórzano is a fictional novel written in the late 18th century. The story revolves around the lives of two beautiful sisters, Feliciane and Louise, who, after the death of their father, embark on a journey from Sevilla to Madrid in search of fortune and adventure. Guided by their mother, they hope to navigate the social intricacies of the bustling capital and attract the attention of wealthy suitors. The opening of the novel introduces the sisters and their mother, Donna Theodora, as they prepare to leave behind their modest life in Sevilla. The narrative is rich in dialogue, revealing the characters' aspirations and the urgency of their situation. Donna Theodora reminisces about their past struggles and expresses hope that her daughters will find greater fortune in the lively city of Madrid. Upon their arrival, the sisters settle into a new home and prepare to make their mark on society, while hints of their personalities and relationships with neighboring characters begin to unfold. As they venture into the world, their journey is marked by hope, ambition, and the promise of adventure, setting the stage for the encounters and challenges they are bound to face.
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