
BIBLIOTECA de LA NACIÓN - ANTONIO HOPE
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A witty, self‑aware narrator introduces us to a world of aristocratic quirks and family rivalries, where idle wealth and colorful hair color become the subject of endless banter. Rodolfo Elsberg, heir to a comfortable but unambitious life, spends his days trading barbs with his sister‑in‑law Rosa and navigating the expectations of the Burlesdón household. Their lively exchanges reveal a satirical portrait of high society, full of humor, subtle jealousy, and the occasional absurdity of lineage debates.
When a regal visitor from the fictional kingdom of Ruritania arrives—Prince Rodolfo III, a strikingly handsome figure—Rodolfo’s complacent existence is suddenly threatened by the promise of unexpected duty. The prince’s presence hints at a tangled web of courtly intrigue, mistaken identities, and the looming chance that the idle noble may be called upon to play a role far beyond his leisurely pursuits. Listeners are invited into a charmingly chaotic adventure that balances sharp wit with the suspense of a classic swashbuckling tale.
Language
es
Duration
~5 hours (291K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at DP Europe (http://dp.rastko.net)
Release date
2008-03-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1863–1933
Best known for The Prisoner of Zenda, he helped define the swashbuckling romance of imaginary kingdoms and royal intrigue. Trained as a barrister, he turned courtroom discipline into brisk, witty storytelling that still feels lively today.
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