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Jacinto Benavente

    Jacinto Benavente was a leading Spanish playwright who brought a breath of fresh air to 19th-century Spanish theater. Influenced by European theatrical developments, his plays reacted against the melodramatic excesses of his time. Benavente focused on modern bourgeois theater, emphasizing naturalness and verisimilitude. His work is characterized by a subtle irony that allows for social critique without moralizing.

    Obras completas VI
    Los intereses creados
    Plays. Translated From the Spanish With an Introduction by John Garrett Underhill; Volume Series 1
    Saturday Night
    Plays by Jacinto Benavente
    The Smile Of Mona Lisa
    • 2022
    • 2022
    • 2010

      The Smile Of Mona Lisa

      A Play In One Act (1915)

      Set against the backdrop of art education, the play delves into the discussions of a group of students examining the iconic Mona Lisa. They ponder the meaning behind her mysterious smile while their professor emphasizes art's societal significance. Through these conversations, the play raises profound questions about the role and value of art in everyday life. This thought-provoking one-act piece encourages audiences to reflect on how art shapes their understanding of the world.

      The Smile Of Mona Lisa
    • 2009

      Saturday Night

      A Novel For The Stage In Five Tableaux (1918)

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance. As an older text, it may feature imperfections like marks, notations, and flaws, reflecting its age. This edition highlights a commitment to protecting and promoting important literature, making it accessible in a high-quality format that remains true to the original.

      Saturday Night
    • 1982

      Los intereses creados

      • 139 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      "Mundo es este de toma y daca, lonja de contratación, casa de cambio, y antes de pedir ha de ofrecerse... Para salir adelante con todo, mejor que crear afectos es crear intereses". Sobre esta base ideológica y sobre la pauta de la commedia dellarte, construye el premio Nobel Jacinto Benavente su mejor obra, Los intereses creados.

      Los intereses creados
    • 1939

      Paňácová veselohra španělského autora o dvou jednáních a třech obrazech.

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