Maximina

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Maximina

by Armando Palacio Valdés

ES·~10 hours

Chapters

Description

A late‑afternoon arrival at the bustling harbor sets the stage for this lively turn‑of‑the‑century tale. Miguel, a young traveler, steps off the train onto a dock where a drunken barmaid, Úrsula, teases him about a mysterious woman named Maximina, hinting at gossip that has already stirred the whole town. The fading light over the bay, the clatter of cargo, and the distant glow of lanterns create an intimate atmosphere that draws the listener into the rhythm of a close‑knit coastal community.

As Miguel makes his way up the uneven stone steps toward the lone, winding street, a sense of restless curiosity builds. He feels an inexplicable pull toward the ex‑captain’s house, where a faint light flickers, promising secrets yet to be uncovered. The narrative’s vivid descriptions and quick‑witted dialogue invite listeners to follow Miguel’s first steps into a world of whispered rumors, hidden desires, and the promise of unexpected encounters.

Details

Language

es

Duration

~10 hours (591K 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

2012-09-20

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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