The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer)

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The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer)

by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez

EN·~16 hours

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Description

In the sun‑drenched Riviera, a glittering crowd watches a massive military train thunder past the terraced villas of Monte‑Carlo. Amidst the chatter of aristocrats and the distant roar of steel, the Prince declares that “Man’s greatest wisdom consists in getting along without women,” a remark that provokes both amusement and unease. The scene sets a vivid contrast between the leisurely elegance of the elite and the relentless march of war.

The novel unfolds as a sharp, witty examination of the power games between men and women in a world still reeling from conflict. Through lively dialogue and keen observation, the characters reveal the absurdities of masculine bravado and the quiet strength of the women navigating their constrained roles. With a blend of humor and social critique, the story invites listeners to question the true cost of the attitudes that shape society.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~16 hours (969K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)

Release date

2012-01-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Vicente Blasco Ibáñez

Vicente Blasco Ibáñez

1867–1928

A fiery Spanish novelist and political activist, he turned the landscapes and tensions of Valencia into vivid, sweeping fiction. His international success later carried his stories far beyond Spain, especially through major film adaptations.

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