Maximina

audiobook

Maximina

by Armando Palacio Valdés

EN·~10 hours

Chapters

Description

In a sun‑kissed coastal village, a young man named Miguel races back from the train, eager to reunite with his beloved Maximina. The bustling harbor, the chatter of dockworkers, and the mischievous boat‑woman Ursula set a lively backdrop as Miguel navigates narrow streets and lantern‑lit balconies in pursuit of his love.

When he finally finds Maximina’s doorway, the scene erupts with playful banter, blushing cheeks, and a candle that flickers out in the middle of their teasing exchange. Their affection is palpable, yet Maximina’s shy reluctance and the meddling presence of her aunt add a charming layer of comic tension. As Miguel’s earnest attempts to coax her out of her room unfold, listeners are drawn into a warm, light‑hearted tale of youthful romance, village gossip, and the delightful chaos that precedes a wedding day.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~10 hours (631K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)

Release date

2010-07-24

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Armando Palacio Valdés

Armando Palacio Valdés

1853–1938

A leading Spanish novelist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, he was admired for clear, graceful storytelling and for novels that vividly evoke everyday life in Spain. His work often balances gentle irony with sympathy for ordinary people, especially in the landscapes and customs of Asturias.

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