Cecilia Valdés o la Loma del Ángel by Cirilo Villaverde
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Villaverde, Cirilo, 1812-1894
Spanish
"Cecilia Valdés o la Loma del Ángel" by Cirilo Villaverde is a novel first published in 1839 and revised in 1882. Set in 1830s colonial Havana, it tells the story of Cecilia, a beautiful mulatta who falls in love with Leonardo, unaware they share the same father. Their forbidden romance unfolds against Cuba's complex racial and social hierarchies, ...
intricate relationships between whites, mulattos, and enslaved and free blacks in a deeply divided world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Matthew Johnson
2 weeks agoI decided to give this a chance and the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Elijah Allen
5 days agoI had low expectations initially, however the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Worth every second of your time.
Liam Robinson
5 months agoFor a digital edition, the character development is subtle yet leaes a lasting impact. An excellent read overall.
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Deborah Rodriguez
3 weeks agoIn my opinion, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. An excellent read overall.