La rana viajera

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Camba, Julio, 1884?-1962

Language:

Spanish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"La rana viajera" by Julio Camba is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work presents the reflections of the author, who returns to Spain after years spent in various capitals around the world, comparing his observations about his homeland with those of other cultures. Camba's narrative seems to focus on themes of identity, national character, and the absurdities he encounters in Spanish life. At the start of the book, the author likens himself to a frog that has traveled from its pond, having gained experiences and perceptions that have changed its worldview. He reflects on his return to Spain, noting how both he and his country seem different upon closer inspection. Camba humorously comments on various aspects of Spanish life-its economy, social customs, politics, and the people-emphasizing his ironic sense of detachment and critique. This opening sets the stage for a lively exploration of Spanish culture through the eyes of a traveler who arrives with both nostalgia and a discerning, critical eye. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at (http://dp.rastko.net).

Notes:

Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-10-17