Las noches mejicanas

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Aimard, Gustave, 1818-1883

Contributor:

Calvo, Luis, 1898-1991

Standardized Title:

Les nuits mexicaines. Spanish

Language:

Spanish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Las noches mejicanas" by Gustave Aimard is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book unfolds against the rich and varied backdrop of Mexico, primarily focusing on the adventures of two travelers: the well-armed Conde Luis del Saulay and his companion, Oliverio. They recount their experiences while navigating a landscape fraught with beauty and danger, touching upon themes of civilization, wealth, and adventure. The opening of the novel introduces the stunning vistas of Mexico, particularly the striking landscape of Las Cumbres, as two travelers pause to enjoy the scenery. As they ride, they discuss their journey, and the Conde reveals that he is en route to a marriage arranged by their families with a woman he does not know. A sense of foreboding creeps in as they sense the dangers of the region, highlighted by Oliverio's reminders of the need for caution in a land where ambushes and banditry are common. This dialogue sets the stage for the tensions and adventures that follow, hinting at the intertwining of personal and political struggles in the story ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 51.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2017-03-25