Patrañas; or, Spanish Stories, Legendary and Traditional
A Captivating Collection of Spanish Folklore and Legendary TalesBy Rachel Harriette Busk
Length8h 51m
About this audiobook
In "Patrañas; or, Spanish Stories, Legendary and Traditional," Rachel Harriette Busk intricately weaves a tapestry of Spanish folklore and oral traditions, capturing the essence of a vibrant cultural heritage. Through her meticulously curated selections, Busk presents a blend of captivating legends and charming anecdotes that reflect both the fantastical and moralistic dimensions of Spanish storytelling. Her prose is elegant yet accessible, offering readers a rich historical and cultural context, while employing a narrative style that honors the oral origins of these tales. The collection stands at a fascinating intersection of 19th-century literature and folk narrative, showcasing the influence of Romanticism and a growing European interest in folklore during that era. Rachel Harriette Busk, an intrepid researcher and folklorist, dedicated her life to preserving the narratives of various cultures. Her travels through Spain and interactions with local storytellers profoundly inspired her work on "Patrañas." Drawing from her background in philology and her belief in the significance of folklore as a mirror of societal values, Busk offers insights that resonate beyond simple entertainment, speaking to the universal nature of storytelling. "Patrañas" is a compelling read for anyone interested in folklore, cultural studies, or the literary history of Spain. Busk's work not only enriches our understanding of Spanish culture but also invites readers into a world where the lines between reality and imagination beautifully blur. This collection is a treasure trove for scholars and casual readers alike, eager to explore the depth and diversity of Spanish legacy.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics
Length8 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 24, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION.
26III.
2CARLO MAGNO AND THE GIANT.
27THE FLOATING CHEST.
3EL CONDE SOL.
28IV.
4SIMPLE JOHNNY AND THE SPELL-BOUND PRINCESSES.
29THE WHALE OF THE MANZANÁRES.
5TURIAN AND FLORETA.
30THE SUN OF WITTENBURG.
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6THE BLOOD-STAIN OF THE ALCÁZAR OF SEVILLE.
31MERINO.
7THE ADVENTURES OF DOÑA JOSEFA RAMIREZ Y MARMOLEJO.
32KING VAMBA.
8THE STEEPLE OF COVEÑA.
33DOÑA TEREA.
9ANOTHER FAIR MAID OF ZARAGOZA.
34THE IRISH PRINCESS1.
10JUANITA THE BALD; OR, A DAUGHTER’S LOVE.
35EL CONDE FERNAN GONZALEZ.
11STARVING JOHN THE DOCTOR.
36THE FIRST TUNNY FISHING.
12RAMON THE DISCONTENTED.
37“WHERE ONE CAN DINE, TWO CAN DINE1.”
13THE BALLAD-MAKER AND THE BOOT-MAKER.
38HORMESINDA.
14EL CLAVEL1.
39FILIAL LOVE BEFORE ALL.
15THE ILL-TEMPERED PRINCESS.
40RAGUEL; OR, THE JEWESS OF TOLEDO.
16THE HERMIT AND THE FIG-TREE.
41DON JAIME DE ARAGON.
17TOO CLEVER BY HALF.
42DON ALONSO DE AGUILAR.
18THE WIND’S STORY.
43THE BLACK CHARGER OF HERNANDO.
19WHAT ANA SAW IN THE SUNBEAM.
44THE INFANTE DON HENRIQUE AND THE LIONS.
20THE PEDRO JIMENEZ GRAPE.
45BLANCA THE HAUGHTY.
21ST. MARTIN IN SPAIN.
46MOORISH REMNANTS.
22I.
47I.
23ST. MICHAEL’S FEATHER.
48ISSY-BEN-ARAN.
24II.
49MOORISH REMNANTS.
25“EYES TO THE BLIND.”
50II.
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