
A sweeping portrait of a nation in the making, this work blends lyrical prose with incisive political observation. The author sketches Argentina’s early‑twentieth‑century rise, tracing its struggle from colonial roots through fierce internal conflicts to a confident, modern republic that dares to balance the ambitions of the North. Rich with historical anecdotes, the narrative celebrates the country’s cultural institutions, its booming press, and the drive to forge a new, peaceful civilization.
Beyond the grand sweep of history, the book offers intimate reflections on the ideals that shaped Argentine identity—freedom, education, and collective prosperity. It captures the tension between tradition and progress, showing how leaders and citizens alike wrestle with the weight of past mistakes while envisioning a future of solidarity and growth. Listeners will be drawn into a vivid tableau of a people striving to define themselves on the world stage, all narrated with a poetic flair that makes the political both accessible and compelling.
Full title
Prosa Política (Las Repúblicas Americanas) Obras Completas Vol. XIII
Language
es
Duration
~3 hours (212K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Josep Cols Canals, Nahum Maso i Carcases and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Release date
2016-10-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1867–1916
A brilliant, restless poet helped reshape Spanish-language literature at the turn of the 20th century. Best known as a leading force of Modernismo, he brought new musicality, imagery, and elegance to verse that still feels alive today.
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