El árbol de la ciencia: novela
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"El árbol de la ciencia: novela" by Pío Baroja is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story primarily follows Andrés Hurtado, a medical student navigating the complexities of life, academia, and his family dynamics in Spain. The book explores themes of scientific exploration, societal norms, and the challenges of personal growth amidst the backdrop of early 20th-century Madrid. The opening of the novel introduces Andrés Hurtado on the first day of his medical studies in Madrid, illustrating his feelings of confusion and anticipation as he mingles with fellow students at the School of Architecture, where his classes are temporarily held. We are introduced to his companions, Julio Aracil and Montaner, who share a mix of camaraderie and rivalry. As Andrés reflects on his life, we get insight into his family, particularly the complicated relationship he shares with his father and the feeling of isolation following his mother's death. This portion of the novel sets the stage for Andrés's intellectual and emotional journey through the trials of his medical education and the society he inhabits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Physicians -- Fiction Madrid (Spain) -- Fiction Spain -- Fiction Medical students -- Fiction Spanish fiction -- 20th century