
audiobook
Heath's Modern Language Series - TRES COMEDIAS - SIN QUERER DE PEQUEÑAS CAUSAS... LOS INTERESES CREADOS
JACINTO BENAVENTE
SIN QUERER
SIN QUERER - ACTO ÚNICO
DE PEQUEÑAS CAUSAS...
DE PEQUEÑAS CAUSAS... - ACTO ÚNICO
LOS INTERESES CREADOS - ACTO PRIMERO
Three short comedies by a leading Spanish dramatist capture the everyday absurdities of modern life with a sharp, witty eye. In the first play, a harmless mistake spirals into a chaotic chain of events, showing how tiny misunderstandings can upend ordinary plans. The second explores how seemingly insignificant motives ignite larger conflicts, while the third satirizes the opportunism of those who chase personal gain at the expense of principle. Together they offer a lively portrait of early‑twentieth‑century Spanish society, blending humor with keen social observation.
Edited for contemporary learners, this volume supplies clear notes and a helpful vocabulary list, making the original dialogue approachable without losing its literary charm. The accompanying commentary situates each scene within its cultural context, allowing listeners to appreciate both the language and the subtle commentary on human nature. It’s an ideal blend of entertainment and study, giving a taste of classic Spanish theatre while supporting practical language development.
Full title
Tres Comedias : Sin querer; De pequenas causas...; Los intereses creados Sin querer; De pequenas causas...; Los intereses creados
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (349K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2009-02-17
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1866–1954
A Nobel Prize-winning Spanish dramatist, he helped steer modern theater away from melodrama and toward sharper, more realistic social comedy. His plays are known for wit, polished dialogue, and a keen eye for the manners and hypocrisies of everyday life.
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