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Episodios Nacionales: BailÃ(c)n
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Classic FictionGeneral FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025635217
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 282
Weight: 1.26
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Bailén is the fourth installment in the first series of Benito Pérez GaldÃ3s's monumental Episodios Nacionales. This historical novel recreates one of the most significant moments in the Peninsular War: the Battle of Bailén in 1808. Through the eyes of the young protagonist, Gabriel de Araceli, the narrative explores the rising tide of Spanish resistance against Napoleon's invading forces. The work masterfully blends meticulous historical detail with compelling fictional elements, illustrating the social and political upheaval of early 19th-century Spain.
GaldÃ3s captures the patriotic fervor and the human cost of conflict as the Spanish army achieves a surprising and decisive victory over the previously undefeated French imperial troops. As a cornerstone of Spanish realist literature, this novel offers a profound examination of national identity and the collective spirit of a people under siege. Bailén stands as a testament to GaldÃ3s's ability to humanize history, making it an essential read for those interested in the Napoleonic era and the evolution of the modern Spanish nation.
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