Les aventures de Don Juan de Vargas, racontées par lui-même by Ternaux-Compans
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| Author | Ternaux-Compans, Henri, 1807-1864 |
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| LoC No. | 50045288 |
| Title |
Les aventures de Don Juan de Vargas, racontées par lui-même Traduites de l'espagnol sur le manuscrit inédit par Charles Navarin |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Les aventures de Don Juan de Vargas, racontées par lui-même" by Ternaux-Compans is a fictional narrative written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the titular character, Don Juan de Vargas, who recounts his exciting and often perilous life experiences as he traverses various lands, encountering battles, love interests, and personal trials along the way. The opening of the narrative introduces Don Juan as an elderly man reflecting on his tumultuous life, which saw him engage in battles for the Spanish crown and navigate the complex social fabric of his time. He describes his upbringing in a noble family and the rich lineage of valorous ancestors, setting the stage for his character's sense of duty and adventure. Early on, readers learn of a critical event from his youth involving a jealous neighbor, which forces him to leave his hometown, ultimately leading him to various cities and experiences that form the backbone of his adventures. This sets a compelling tone for what promises to be a life filled with intrigue and fervor. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Ternaux-Compans, Henri, 1807-1864 -- Travel |
| Subject | Adventure and adventurers -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61035 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 40 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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