Thespis (novelas cortas y cuentos)

A kaleidoscopic collection of short stories and fantasies, this volume invites listeners to wander through a parade of voices that shift from the solemn to the whimsical. Framed by a lyrical homage to Thespis, the legendary creator of theatrical masks, each tale is presented as a new costume—tragedy, comedy, satire or reverie—worn by the author‑narrator himself. The prose moves fluidly between vivid character sketches and imaginative vignettes, exploring how writers, like actors, slip behind ever‑changing façades. The result is a mosaic of moods that feels both intimate and theatrical, echoing the ancient chorus that now whispers from the margins.

The opening story introduces a young Spanish aristocrat, heir to a bewildering array of titles, whose life is shaped by the austere expectations of his lineage. Raised by his devoted sister, who has taken holy vows, he is urged to embody the virtues of past heroes while confronting a world that feels increasingly hollow. Through his quiet resignation and tender moments, the narrative hints at themes of duty, identity, and the quiet rebellion that can arise beneath a polished exterior. Listeners are drawn into a world where honor and melancholy intertwine, setting the tone for the varied journeys that follow.