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_aBlasco Ibáñez, Vicente, _d1867-1928 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Shadow of the Cathedral |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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| 500 | _aWith a critical introduction by W.D. Howells | ||
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-04-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Charles Aldarondo, Tim Koeller and PG Distributed Proofreaders | ||
| 520 | _a"The Shadow of the Cathedral" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a novel written in the early 20th century that delves into themes of faith, despair, and the complex relationships that inhabit the sacred space of a cathedral in Toledo, Spain. The narrative centers around Gabriel Luna, a disillusioned revolutionary who returns to his childhood home near the Cathedral after years of wandering through Europe, marked by poverty and ideological battles. Through Gabriel's reflections and interactions, the novel explores the impact of the church on individual lives and the broader socio-political discontent of the time. At the start of the story, we meet Gabriel Luna as he arrives in Toledo, contemplating the Cathedral that looms over his past. As dawn breaks, he recalls his family's deep connection to the Cathedral, where they have lived for generations. His thoughts are interrupted by the return of his brother Esteban, the family's gardener, who welcomes Gabriel back and is concerned about his deteriorating health and radical views. Gabriel's memories and subsequent conversations with Esteban reveal a rich tapestry of familial bonds, histories, and ideological differences that coalesce around the Cathedral—a symbol of enduring faith amidst societal turmoil. The opening sets the tone for a deeper exploration of the conflict between personal beliefs and institutional dogma, as Gabriel confronts the reality of his past and seeks solace in the monumental structure that once offered him comfort and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aToledo (Spain) -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aCatedral de Toledo -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aBlasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928 -- Criticism and interpretation | ||
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_aHowells, William Dean, _d1837-1920 |
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| 700 | 1 | _aGillespie, W. A., Mrs. | |
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12041 |
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