The Temptress (La tierra de todos): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Temptress (La tierra de todos): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Temptress (La tierra de todos) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente (1867–1928). The listed translation credits are Ongley, Leo.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Temptress" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the life of the Marquis de Torre Bianca, who grapples with financial distress as his extravagant wife, Elena, indulges in a lifestyle that far exceeds their means. Amidst mounting debts and impending societal judgment, their relationship is tested, revealing underlying complexities and character dynamics. At the start of the novel, the Marquis wakes up to a pile of letters, many indicating financial troubles and numerous creditors breathing down his neck. He reflects on the stark contrast between his wife’s seemingly carefree attitude towards their escalating debts and his own deep discomfort with their financial predicament. The opening scenes illustrate a day in the life of the Marquis as he grapples with remorse concerning his mother’s financial support and burdensome expectations. As he interacts with Elena, an alluring yet demanding figure in his life, their conversations revolve around the pressing need for money, ultimately setting the stage for the interplay of love, desire, and moral dilemmas that will unfold throughout the narrative.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Temptress (La tierra de todos)
- Author credits: Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente (1867–1928)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Ongley, Leo
Catalogue subjects
- Aristocracy (Social class) -- Fiction
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- Patagonia (Argentina and Chile) -- Fiction
- Spanish fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: Novels
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