Luchana

Luchana

by Benito Pérez Galdós

Luchana is a novel by Benito Pérez Galdós, the fourth in the third series of his *Episodios Nacionales*. It follows the adventures of Fernando Calpena, a young man entangled in the turbulent world of the Carlist Wars in Spain during the 19th century. Fernando's journey intertwines with the political and social complexities of the era, as he navigates love, loss, and the tumultuous landscape of a nation in conflict. This novel provides a vivid portrayal of a critical moment in Spanish history, exploring themes of political upheaval, romantic entanglement, and the sacrifices demanded by ideological clashes.

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Benito Pérez Galdós a Spanish realist novelist. He was the leading literary figure in 19th-century Spain, and some scholars consider him second only to Miguel de Cervantes in stature as...

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