{"product_id":"9788498163742","title":"The Power of Blood","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Force of Blood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work, originally published in 1613, is one of the twelve Exemplary Novels by Miguel de Cervantes. Within its pages, the reader will find a tale that combines drama, mystery, and social criticism through the perspective of Leocadia, a young woman who, after being the victim of a rape, uses her intelligence to seek justice in 17th-century Toledo. The narrative explores complex notions of honor and redemption in a historical context where marriage is presented as a restorative solution, offering a deep look at the social conventions of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story focuses on Leocadia, a young woman of exceptional beauty and modesty who is kidnapped and raped by a libertine belonging to a noble family in Toledo. During the attack, the victim is blindfolded, which prevents her from identifying her assailant. However, thanks to her ingenuity and keen observational skills, Leocadia manages to gather evidence and deduce the culprit's identity, transforming herself into a sort of detective in search of justice. The plot complicates when the rapist's mother discovers what happened and attempts to repair the damage through marriage between Leocadia and her aggressor, a maneuver intended to save the honor of both families and avoid the social stigma of a potential illegitimate child. Although this solution is controversial to modern sensibilities, in the context of the 17th century, it was a common practice to restore lost honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe pursuit of justice and redemption following a sexual assault\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe conflict between individual honor and the social conventions of the 17th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe representation of women as victims, but also as active agents in determining their own destiny\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImplicit social criticism of power structures and forced matrimonial solutions\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 readers interested in classical Spanish literature and the work of Miguel de Cervantes beyond Don Quixote. It will also be of great value to those studying the treatment of the female figure in Golden Age literature, as well as those seeking short stories that combine elements of psychological drama, mystery, and social commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA showcase of Cervantes' narrative mastery in the short story or exemplary novel genre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA perspective ahead of its time on the female experience and the agency of female victims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn analysis of the complex relationships between justice, honor, and marriage in 17th-century Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reading that combines literary interest with reflection on social and moral issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Linkgua Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: CLASSICAL TEXTS, PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: NARRATIVE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: October 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 36\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\u003eThis edition of The Force of Blood offers the reader the opportunity to access one of Cervantes' most intense narratives in a brief and manageable format. The work stands out for its ability to address delicate subjects such as sexual violence and the restoration of honor from a perspective that, while anchored in its historical context, invites contemporary reflection. It is a recommended read for both specialists in Golden Age literature and any reader wishing to discover the author's more social and psychological side.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406651973979,"sku":"9788498163742","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849816374.jpg?v=1781836726","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788498163742","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}