Benavente, Jacinto 1866-1954 creator text utu 2018 monographic es 1 online resource : multiple file formats "De Sobremesa; crónicas, Quinta Parte (de 5)" by Jacinto Benavente is a collection of chronicles likely written in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates a range of social and cultural commentary, reflective of the author's keen insights into Spanish society, politics, and the arts during his lifetime. The text invites readers to explore various topics, from the emerging critiques of theatrical productions to the nature of admiration towards artists, providing a rich tapestry of reflections grounded in Benavente's perceptive observations. The opening of the collection introduces the reader to a vibrant array of discussions centered around current events and social issues. It begins with the celebratory tone surrounding the launch of a new warship, shifting into critiques of existing societal norms and attitudes, particularly regarding the interplay between art, culture, and religion. Benavente tackles various subjects like the hypocrisy surrounding religious practices on transatlantic ships, particularly how they relate to broader societal debates about tolerance and belief. The author also comments on the state of artistic expressions, referencing painters and playwrights, while humorously revealing the peculiarities of contemporary social interactions. This mix of wit and analysis sets the tone for an engaging exploration of the era's intellectual climate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2018-12-26 Produced by Carlos Colón, Josep Cols Canals and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) Original publication data not identified Spanish fiction -- 20th century PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58545 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58545 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134341.0 58545