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El Ombú is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hudson, W. H. (William Henry) (1841–1922).
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"El Ombú" by W. H. Hudson is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the themes of memory, loss, and the fading glory of life on the Pampas, centered around the towering ombú tree, which serves as a symbolic marker of the past. The primary character, Nicandro, narrates the history of a now-abandoned estate named El Ombú and reflects on the lives of its former inhabitants, particularly the mighty figure of Santos Ugarte and the tragic tale of grief surrounding his family. The opening of "El Ombú" introduces readers to Nicandro, an old man who fondly remembers the lives of people in his rural village near Chascomús. He speaks of the unique ombú tree, a solitary giant that witnesses the passage of time and the sorrows associated with the estate’s decline. Through Nicandro’s eyes, we learn about Santos Ugarte, a strong man plagued by the absence of a legitimate heir, and the consequences of his violent actions, particularly the tragic fate of a beloved slave named Meliton. As Nicandro reminisces, he conveys a deep sense of nostalgia and melancholy for lost lives, setting the stage for a series of interconnected stories that explore the personal and societal impacts of sorrow and regret.
Book and edition facts
- Title: El Ombú
- Author credits: Hudson, W. H. (William Henry) (1841–1922)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Pampas (Argentina) -- Fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Short Stories
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