{"product_id":"9788411265089","title":"On the first flight","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTo the First Flight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished in 1896, \u003cem\u003eAl primer vuelo\u003c\/em\u003e is a key novel of Spanish regionalism, written by José María de Pereda. The work addresses the father-daughter relationship with sensitivity through the story of Nieves, a young woman who acts with complete freedom in the episode titled \u003cem\u003eMar afuera\u003c\/em\u003e. Far from moral judgment, the novel explores trust between parents and children and portrays the transformations of a nineteenth-century society. The reader will find a work of local color, popular characters, and a profound look at the small, everyday passions of a provincial world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel centers on the figure of Nieves, the protagonist, who in the episode \u003cem\u003eMar afuera\u003c\/em\u003e acts without her father's direct supervision, moved by her own judgment. Unlike what might be expected in nineteenth-century literature, her behavior is not presented as an act of disobedience or irresponsibility, but as a manifestation of individual freedom. The father, for his part, although harboring some misgivings, maintains intact trust in his daughter. Through this dynamic, José María de Pereda describes the tensions and transformations of a society marked by a traditionally distant and hierarchical relationship between parents and children. The plot unfolds in a rural and coastal environment, where the author, faithful to his style, combines the contemplation of the landscape with the description of popular and picturesque characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFather-child relationships and intergenerational trust in the nineteenth century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRegionalism and love for tradition in nineteenth-century Spain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFemale freedom and women's autonomy in a conservative context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSocial transformations and family hierarchies in rural society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLocal color and portraits of popular characters and their daily passions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is aimed at readers interested in nineteenth-century Spanish literature, realism, and regionalism. It is especially suitable for those looking for novels of local color with a focus on human relationships, the psychology of characters, and traditional values. It will also be of interest to students and scholars of the work of José María de Pereda and the social context of nineteenth-century Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA pioneering vision regarding trust and freedom in the relationship between parents and children, ahead of its time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed and picturesque portrait of provincial life and customs in northern Spain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on the role of women and their capacity for decision-making in a hierarchical society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to delve into the descriptive and contemplative prose of one of the great authors of Spanish realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: José María de Pereda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Linkgua Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTheme: Classic texts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Narrative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDate of publication: April 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 278\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 100 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAl primer vuelo\u003c\/em\u003e represents a unique proposal within the narrative of José María de Pereda, as it treats such a delicate subject as father-child trust in the context of the nineteenth century with naturalness. The work stands out for its ability to combine the portrait of local color with an incipient exploration of female freedom, which makes it a relevant read both for followers of the author and for those who wish to understand the social tensions of his time. Its descriptive style and regional setting make it especially attractive to lovers of classic Spanish literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406551933275,"sku":"9788411265089","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841126508.jpg?v=1781836314","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788411265089","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}