Trafalgar
A Tale (1884)
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Trafalgar: A Tale is a historical fiction novel written by Benito Perez Galdos and first published in 1884. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the journey of a young Spanish sailor named Gabriel Araceli, who is forced to join the Spanish navy and fight against the British in the Battle of Trafalgar.The novel is divided into two parts: the first part focuses on Gabriel's experiences as a sailor on board the Spanish ship, the San Juan Nepomuceno, and his interactions with the other crew members, including the tyrannical captain and the kind-hearted priest. The second part of...
Trafalgar: A Tale is a historical fiction novel written by Benito Perez Galdos and first published in 1884. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the journey of a young Spanish sailor named Gabriel Araceli, who is forced to join the Spanish navy and fight against the British in the Battle of Trafalgar.The novel is divided into two parts: the first part focuses on Gabriel's experiences as a sailor on board the Spanish ship, the San Juan Nepomuceno, and his interactions with the other crew members, including the tyrannical captain and the kind-hearted priest. The second part of the novel is centered around the Battle of Trafalgar, which is described in vivid detail and with historical accuracy.Throughout the novel, Galdos explores themes such as patriotism, loyalty, and the horrors of war. He also delves into the social and political issues of Spain during the Napoleonic era, including the corruption and inefficiency of the Spanish navy, and the tension between the Spanish and British forces.Trafalgar: A Tale is considered one of Galdos' most important works and is praised for its realistic portrayal of life at sea during the Napoleonic Wars, as well as its insightful commentary on the political and social issues of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
