De varios colores

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De varios colores

by Juan Valera

ES·~5 hours

Chapters

Description

A lively bouquet of short tales awaits, each one a bright, self‑contained vignette gathered whimsically by a seasoned storyteller who prefers amusement over moralizing. The collection jumps from medieval chivalry to exotic Far‑East legends, from mischievous spirits to the everyday quirks of Madrid’s bustling streets, offering a kaleidoscope of moods that feel as fresh as a spring garden. The narrator’s voice is light‑hearted and conversational, inviting listeners to set aside heavy concerns and simply enjoy the ride.

Among the stories, a daring knight of the Azor confronts a hidden abbey’s mysteries, while a playful Japanese fisherman named Urashima discovers an enchanted mirror that reflects more than mere appearances. A cheeky “duende‑kiss” flits through another tale, and a captive lady’s clever escape adds a touch of intrigue. Together they form a charming patchwork, perfect for anyone seeking a brief, entertaining escape into worlds both familiar and fantastical.

Details

Language

es

Duration

~5 hours (308K 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); produced from images of the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BNF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr

Release date

2010-01-16

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Juan Valera

Juan Valera

1824–1905

A Spanish novelist, critic, and diplomat whose elegant, witty fiction helped shape 19th-century realism. Best known for "Pepita Jiménez," he wrote with psychological insight and a light, graceful touch that still feels fresh.

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