
audiobook
ACTO ÚNICO.
ESCENA PRIMERA.
ESCENA II.
ESCENA III.
ESCENA IV.
ESCENA V.
ESCENA VI.
ESCENA VII.
ESCENA VIII.
ESCENA IX.
Set in a richly appointed Madrid salon, this one‑act drama unfolds in the mid‑19th century, echoing the bustling theatrical scene of the era. The stage is lined with a fireplace, a writing desk and a view onto a bustling street, creating a vivid domestic backdrop for the action. Through crisp dialogue, the play captures the conventions and tensions of a society still reeling from recent civil conflict.
At its heart are Julia, a widowed lady haunted by the loss of her brother in the war and her late husband, and her sharp‑tongued maid, Dolores. Their conversation weaves bitter memory with a restless longing for distraction, as Julia prepares for a forced journey to Valencia and wrestles with the prospect of love again. The piece balances wry humor with poignant reflection, offering listeners a glimpse into personal resilience amid broader social upheaval.
Language
es
Duration
~30 minutes (29K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-05-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
A Spanish illustrator and draftsman who also writes, blending a visual artist’s eye with a storyteller’s curiosity. His published work ranges from an illustrated book to collaborations on books about nature and ideas.
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