Froth: A Novel by Armando Palacio Valdés

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Author Palacio Valdés, Armando, 1853-1938
Author of introduction, etc. Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928
Translator Bell, Clara, 1834-1927
Uniform Title La espuma. English
Title Froth: A Novel
Note Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Froth: A Novel" by Armando Palacio Valdés is a fiction piece written in the late 19th century. The novel deals with the dynamics of fashionable life in Madrid, exploring themes of social pretension and class struggles through the lives of its characters. Notably, it introduces complex figures such as Clementina, the elegant protagonist, and a host of others intertwined in a web of societal expectations and personal ambitions. The opening of the novel sets the scene on a sunlit Calle de Serrano in Madrid, where we meet Clementina, an elegantly dressed woman whose confidence and allure draw the attention of passersby, including a youthful admirer who trails her. As she navigates the bustling street, her interactions with the world around her reveal her haughty nature and cultivation of a distinct social identity. The narrative quickly shifts to the elite circles she inhabits, showcasing her arrival at her sister-in-law's home, where various characters—both allies and rivals—come into focus. These include her husband Julian Calderón and others from the upper echelons of society, providing a vivid tableau of interpersonal relationships replete with humor, tension, and societal critique. The intricate details highlight the author’s deft portrayal of the superficiality lurking beneath the appealing exterior of fashionable life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Satire
Subject Madrid (Spain) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Spanish fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 38411
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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