Electra By: Benito Pérez Galdós (1843-1920)
Electra by Benito Pérez Galdós is a captivating and tragic tale that explores themes of family, duty, and revenge. Set in a small Spanish village, the story follows the protagonist, Electra, as she navigates the complexities of her dysfunctional family and the devastating consequences of their actions. Galdós' writing is powerful and evocative, drawing the reader into the emotional turmoil of Electra and her family. The characters are well-developed and the relationships between them are intricate and compelling. The author skillfully weaves together elements of Greek mythology and Spanish culture to create a rich and immersive narrative. The story is filled with suspense and tension, as Electra grapples with her feelings of love, loyalty, and hatred towards her family members. The plot unfolds in a series of twists and turns, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat until the very end. Overall, Electra is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that delves deep into the complexities of human relationships and the lengths people will go to in the name of justice and revenge. Galdós' masterful storytelling and vivid imagery make this a must-read for fans of classic literature. First Page: Transcriber's note: Text enclosed by equal signs was in bold face in the original (=bold=). ELECTRA POR BENITO PÉREZ GALDÓS Edited with Notes and Vocabulary by OTIS GRIDLEY BUNNELL, M.S. The Flexner School, Louisville, Ky. New York Cincinnati Chicago American Book Company Copyright, 1902, by Otis Gridley Bunnell Entered at Stationers' Hall, London ELECTRA W. P. 12 PERSONAJES ACTO PRIMERO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV ACTO SEGUNDO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, XVI, XVII ACTO TERCERO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI ACTO CUARTO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII ACTO QUINTO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, ESCENA ULTIMA VOCABULARY NOTES INTRODUCTION Benito Pérez Galdós, the author of the following drama, was born May 10, 1845, at Las Palmas, in the Canary Islands. Through modesty, or reserve, he has withheld every biographical detail concerning his early life. In fact his biographer, Leopoldo Alas, tells us that it was only with the greatest difficulty he obtained from him the admission that he was born in the Canary Islands. He studied there in the State College, and came to Madrid in 1863, for the purpose of reading law... Continue reading book >>

Electra By: Benito Pérez Galdós (1843-1920)

Electra by Benito Pérez Galdós is a captivating and tragic tale that explores themes of family, duty, and revenge. Set in a small Spanish village, the story follows the protagonist, Electra, as she navigates the complexities of her dysfunctional family and the devastating consequences of their actions.

Galdós' writing is powerful and evocative, drawing the reader into the emotional turmoil of Electra and her family. The characters are well-developed and the relationships between them are intricate and compelling. The author skillfully weaves together elements of Greek mythology and Spanish culture to create a rich and immersive narrative.

The story is filled with suspense and tension, as Electra grapples with her feelings of love, loyalty, and hatred towards her family members. The plot unfolds in a series of twists and turns, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat until the very end.

Overall, Electra is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that delves deep into the complexities of human relationships and the lengths people will go to in the name of justice and revenge. Galdós' masterful storytelling and vivid imagery make this a must-read for fans of classic literature.

First Page:

Transcriber's note:

Text enclosed by equal signs was in bold face in the original (=bold=).

ELECTRA

POR

BENITO PÉREZ GALDÓS

Edited with Notes and Vocabulary

OTIS GRIDLEY BUNNELL, M.S.

The Flexner School, Louisville, Ky.

New York Cincinnati Chicago American Book Company

Entered at Stationers' Hall, London

ELECTRA

W. P. 12

PERSONAJES

ACTO PRIMERO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV

ACTO SEGUNDO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, XVI, XVII

ACTO TERCERO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI

ACTO CUARTO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII

ACTO QUINTO: ESCENA PRIMERA, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, ESCENA ULTIMA

VOCABULARY

NOTES

INTRODUCTION

Benito Pérez Galdós, the author of the following drama, was born May 10, 1845, at Las Palmas, in the Canary Islands. Through modesty, or reserve, he has withheld every biographical detail concerning his early life. In fact his biographer, Leopoldo Alas, tells us that it was only with the greatest difficulty he obtained from him the admission that he was born in the Canary Islands. He studied there in the State College, and came to Madrid in 1863, for the purpose of reading law... Continue reading book >>

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