{"product_id":"9788498163551","title":"Leave on time","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeaving in Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLeaving in Time\u003c\/em\u003e (Partir a tiempo) is a one-act comedy by Mariano José de Larra, adapted from a play by Eugène Scribe. The reader will find an agile and amusing theatrical piece that, while maintaining the original structure, is enriched with names, places, and expressions typical of the 19th-century Spanish context. The primary value of this work lies in Larra's ability to translate the wit of French comedy into the Spanish reality, offering a subtle social critique through a romantic and family entanglement. It is a showcase of the author's talent for satire and the observation of customs, presented in a brief and accessible format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe play focuses on the plans of Don Cosme, who decides to send his niece to Havana to keep her away from a potential suitor. From this premise, a comic entanglement full of misunderstandings and witty dialogue unfolds. Larra adapts Scribe's piece, maintaining the plot and essential speeches, but introduces significant changes: the characters are given typically Spanish names, recognizable geographical locations are mentioned, and expressions familiar to the local audience are used. This adaptation not only facilitates understanding but also gives the comedy a more critical and costumbrista tone, characteristic of the author.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCritique of 19th-century Spanish social customs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRomantic entanglement and family conflicts as the driving force of the comedy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe adaptation and \"Hispanicization\" of a French theatrical work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of women in the society of the time, reflected in the decision to send the niece overseas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at students and lovers of 19th-century Spanish literature interested in the work of Mariano José de Larra and the theatrical genre. It is also suitable for readers looking for a brief, accessible comedy with a critical backdrop, as well as for those who wish to learn how foreign works were adapted to the Spanish cultural context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA vision of Larra's satirical wit in a brief and direct theatrical format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA clear example of literary adaptation that maintains the original essence but brings it closer to the Spanish public.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA light comedy that, nevertheless, invites reflection on social norms and power relations in the 19th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA quick and entertaining read, ideal for those wishing to get started with classical Spanish theater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: de Larra, Mariano José\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Linkgua Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: CLASSIC TEXTS, THEATRICAL WORKS, PLAYS\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: 56\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 79 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLeaving in Time\u003c\/em\u003e is an edition that recovers a minor but significant work by Mariano José de Larra, showcasing his facet as a theatrical adapter. The work is of interest to those studying the reception of French theater in Spain and the evolution of the comic genre. Its brevity and the agility of the dialogue make it an enjoyable read, while the changes introduced by Larra offer a valuable perspective on cultural adaptation. It is a recommended option to complete one's knowledge of the author beyond his journalistic articles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405891428699,"sku":"9788498163551","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849816355.jpg?v=1781834364","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788498163551","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}