La dama del alba
La dama del alba
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1985
Book Brief
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Play • Fiction
Asturias, Spain • 1940s
1985
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
La dama del alba by Alejandro Casona is a play where a mysterious woman impacts a family burdened by grief and loss in a rural Spanish village. The narrative explores themes of life, death, and memory, intertwining folklore and existential reflection as the characters confront their past and future.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
La dama del alba by Alejandro Casona is praised for its poetic language and exploration of themes like death and resurrection, offering a unique take on traditional folklore. Critics appreciate its mystical atmosphere and symbolic depth but note that some characters may feel underdeveloped. Overall, it remains a compelling and thought-provoking play.
Who Should Read La dama del alba?
Readers who appreciate dramatic tension and poetic dialogue in pastoral settings would enjoy Casona's La dama del alba. Fans of Lorca's Blood Wedding or Ibsen's Peer Gynt might find the exploration of themes like death and renewal compelling, as Casona blends mysticism with rural life.
5,209 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Play • Fiction
Asturias, Spain • 1940s
1985
Adult
14-18 years
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