{"product_id":"9788498162004","title":"The Villain of Getafe","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Villainess of Getafe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis urban comedy by Lope de Vega, published in 1620, tells the story of an improper courtship between Don Félix, a nobleman from Madrid, and Inés, a young woman from Getafe. The play explores a romantic relationship that defies the rigid social norms of the era, offering the reader a sample of the wit and dramatic mastery of the \"Phoenix of Wits.\" A fun and critical look at class differences in the Spanish Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plot centers on the courtship of Don Félix, a gentleman of the court, toward the humble Inés, a peasant woman from Getafe. This relationship, considered unusual for the social standards of the time, triggers a series of entanglements and comic situations. The play, likely written around 1613, includes the context of the edict against the Moriscos as a backdrop, a secondary matter that manifests in the final scenes of the second act. The main conflict revolves around love, honor, and social conventions, presenting a reflection on the barriers that separate social strata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCourtship and love between different social classes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHonor and social conventions in the Golden Age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eComedy of errors and wit as the driving force of the plot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe historical context of the expulsion of the Moriscos in Spain.\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 students and lovers of classical Spanish literature, especially those interested in Golden Age theater. It will also be of great interest to readers looking to delve into the work of Lope de Vega, as well as those who appreciate comedies of errors with underlying social criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA representative sample of Lope de Vega's dramatic genius, with his characteristic command of rhythm and dialogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn entertaining and critical vision of social differences in 17th-century Spain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA classic comedy that combines humor with reflection on love and honor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a lesser-known work by the \"Phoenix of Wits,\" broadening knowledge of his theatrical production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: de Vega, Lope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Linkgua Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: CLASSIC TEXTS, THEATER PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: THEATER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: January 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 176\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 216 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition of \"The Villainess of Getafe\" offers the reader a key piece of Lope de Vega's theater. The work stands out for its agile plot and its ability to combine comedy with subtle social criticism. It is a recommended read for those who wish to explore the output of the \"Phoenix of Wits\" beyond his best-known titles, discovering a comedy that maintains its freshness and ability to entertain over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405895983451,"sku":"9788498162004","price":16.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849816200.jpg?v=1781834510","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788498162004","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}