Los Hombres de Pro by José María de Pereda

(4 User reviews)   834
By Betty Howard Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Folktales
Pereda, José María de, 1833-1906 Pereda, José María de, 1833-1906
Spanish
"Los Hombres de Pro" by José María de Pereda is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The book examines social and political interactions in a rural setting, emphasizing the lives and peculiarities of its inhabitants, particularly focusing on the main character, Gedeón, whose journey reflects broader social themes. The opening of "Lo...
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average individual who personifies a range of human vanity and mediocrity. It hints at the dynamics of his relationships with others in his community, including friends and adversaries, as well as the social and political commentary that Pereda weaves into the narrative. The beginning delves into Gedeón's character as he navigates life marked by egoism and the everyday struggles inherent in provincial life. The writing style is rich, painting vivid pictures of local customs and dialogues, effectively transporting readers to the heart of Cantabrian culture and life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Brian Smith
3 months ago

From a technical perspective, the translation seems very fluid and caaptures the original nuance perfectly. This turned out to be a great decision.

Kenneth Davis
1 month ago

This immediately felt different because the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. This has earned a permanent place in my collection.

Emily Smith
3 months ago

From the very first page, the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.

Nancy Williams
5 months ago

At first I wasn’t convinced, but the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. This made complex ideas feel approachable.

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