02369cam a22003133u 4500 42376 UtSlPG 20260610133953.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG es iso639-1 PQ Palacio Valdés, Armando, 1853-1938 Semblanzas literarias Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-03-20 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "Semblanzas literarias" by Armando Palacio Valdés is a collection of literary portraits written in the late 19th century. The work reflects on various orators and literary figures who frequented the Ateneo, a literary and scientific institution in Madrid, showcasing both their talents and peculiarities. Through engaging anecdotes and personal insights, the author captures the vibrant spirit of the intellectual discussions of his time. The opening of "Semblanzas literarias" sets a nostalgic tone, with the author recalling the exuberance of his youth spent among fellow literary aspirants at the Ateneo. He describes the atmosphere filled with audacious discussions and the contrast between young and established figures in literature and politics. The author humorously recounts their attempts to carve out space within a prestigious institution, as they navigated the complexities of intellectual rivalry and camaraderie. This portion also highlights the mixed feelings associated with revisiting past critiques of his contemporaries, alongside a sense of obligation to reintroduce his youthful observations to a new audience. Overall, the beginning establishes a reflective narrative laced with humor, personal anecdotes, and keen observations about the literary culture of his era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Spanish literature Authors, Spanish https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42376 83215 83215