{"product_id":"9788498166002","title":"The Graces and Disgraces of the Asshole","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Fortunes and Misfortunes of the Anus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Eduardo Gutiérrez offers a detailed chronicle of the life of Ángel Vicente \"El Chacho\" Peñaloza, a key figure in 19th-century Argentine history. The reader will find a portrait of the last leader of the \"montonera\" of the Llanos, his resistance to the centralism of Buenos Aires, and his fight for the rights of the gauchos and the lower classes. The primary value of this work is in providing a deep insight into a tumultuous period in Argentina, combining historical rigor with a narrative that humanizes a legendary character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book tells the story of Ángel Vicente Peñaloza, known as \"El Chacho,\" a political and military leader who was born in La Rioja and became a symbol of federalist resistance during the Argentine civil wars. Through this chronicle, Eduardo Gutiérrez explores the insurrections led by Peñaloza in the interior provinces to oppose the growing influence of Buenos Aires. The work shows how Peñaloza defended a more inclusive federalism that would grant greater autonomy to the provinces, and how he became a defender of the gauchos and the disadvantaged. Although the author incorporates literary elements, the narrative is based on historical facts and real people, offering a window into 19th-century Argentina and the life of a caudillo who fought for the marginalized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe figure of the caudillo in 19th-century Argentine history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe Argentine civil wars and the conflict between federalism and centralism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe resistance of the interior provinces against the power of Buenos Aires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe rights of the gauchos and the lower classes in nation-building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical narrative as a tribute to emblematic and marginalized figures\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 Argentine history, especially the period of the civil wars and the formation of the nation-state. It is also suitable for those seeking to understand the role of the caudillos in 19th-century politics, as well as for fans of historical chronicles that combine rigor with an accessible narrative. It will be of interest to history students, researchers, and anyone who wishes to know more about figures like \"El Chacho\" Peñaloza and his impact on Argentine culture and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed and human portrait of a key caudillo in Argentine history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding of the political and social tensions of the 19th century in Argentina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA perspective on the struggle of the gauchos and the lower classes for their rights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical context to understand federalism and centralism in the country\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA narrative that combines real events with an engaging prose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Gutiérrez, Eduardo\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, PROSE: NON-FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: HISTORY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: July 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 428\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 work by Eduardo Gutiérrez is a historical chronicle that offers a deep look at the figure of \"El Chacho\" Peñaloza, a caudillo who defined the federalist resistance in Argentina. Its value lies in the ability to combine historical data with a narrative that humanizes a character who is often mythologized. For readers interested in 19th-century Argentine history, the book provides essential context about the civil wars and the social struggles of the era. It is a recommended read for those seeking to understand the roots of federalism and the role of regional leaders in the construction of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406296801627,"sku":"9788498166002","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849816600.jpg?v=1781835631","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788498166002","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}