02529cam a22003133u 4500 11669 UtSlPG 20260610133258.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG es iso639-1 PQ Romero de Terreros, Manuel, marqués de San Francisco, 1880-1968 La Puerta de Bronce y Otros Cuentos Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-03-01 La puerta de bronce -- Un hombre práctico -- Similia similibus -- El amo viejo -- El cofre -- Tristis imago -- Los jugadores de ajedrez -- El sombrero del rey de Tibotú -- El reportazgo -- Fray Baltasar -- El papagayo de Huichilobos. Produced by Stan Goodman, Miranda van de Heijning, Paz Barrios and PG Distributed Proofreaders "La Puerta de Bronce y Otros Cuentos" by Manuel Romero de Terreros is a collection of short stories written during the early 20th century. The opening narrative introduces us to a poignant tale involving the Cardinal of Portinaris as he struggles with the burden of legacy and family ties, particularly concerning his nephew, the Count Fabricio de Portinaris, who has recently returned from America. The story delves into themes of inheritance, familial expectations, and the weight of history reflected in art and objects. At the start of the book, the Cardinal is seen drafting his will, contemplating who might be worthy of inheriting his cherished collection of art. His reflections are interrupted by the unexpected arrival of his long-lost nephew. Their conversation reveals a tension steeped in the past, with hints of betrayal and forgotten love, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation. When confronting his unexpected heir, the atmosphere becomes charged with the weight of old grievances and the specter of the past, foreshadowing the chaotic turn of events that will follow in the story. The rich, layered storytelling immediately engages the reader with its exploration of complex familial bonds and the connections between past and present. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11669 53115 53115