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Not only was Taboada praised by writers of such standing, but he was a prophet honored in his own country. In August ¡904, his native town named a street after him and gave a banquet in his honor. Upon this occasion he made a speech in which he had something to say about his purpose as a humorist, and his words remind one of what a F lorentine novelist, the famous Sacchetti, wrote in the introduction to his collection of stories some five hundred years ago.
En los periódicos el artículo de fondo, en las tristes horas por que atraviesa la patria, no puede menos de narrar desdichas y recordar desventuras casi á diario. La misión que mis aficiones por una parte y la benevolencia del público por otra, me han impuesto, no es más que llevar una especie de lenitivo al ánimo del lector, haciéndole ver que en la vida y aun en sus horas más amargas, si hay mucho tema para hacer llorar, no faltan tampoco los que hagan prorrumpir su franca y sana carcajada.
This was not the only time that Taboada disclaimed any intention of posing as a shrewd observer or teacher. In the preface to the Madrid en Broma, he says that all he does is to seek material wherever he can find it. If his glance falls upon a ridiculous scene he copies it, if he hears an absurd remark he publishes it but he has no ulterior purpose, no desire to bring into salient relief the vices of society, no wish to guide man along the path of virtue.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a rare and engaging glimpse into the literary output of Luis Taboada, one of the most cherished Spanish journalists and literary figures of the late 19th century. As a staff writer for various newspapers in his day, he produced a wealth of short stories and sketches that captured the essence of life in 1880s Madrid. Taboada's writing offers keen observations on social customs, political landscapes, and the lively cultural scene of his time, and as such this book is of enduring relevance to students of Spanish literature, scholars, and anyone with an interest in late 19th-century Spain. Beyond its historical merit, the universal themes that run through Taboada's writing will resonate with readers of all backgrounds. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259338666_0
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