Facundo   By: Domingo Faustino Sarmiento (1811-1888)

Facundo by Domingo Faustino Sarmiento is a gripping and thought-provoking exploration of Argentine society in the mid-19th century. Sarmiento delves into the life of Facundo Quiroga, a controversial and enigmatic figure who became a symbol of the lawlessness and violence that plagued the country during this time.

Through a combination of historical analysis, political commentary, and personal reflection, Sarmiento paints a vivid portrait of the social and political landscape of Argentina, exposing the tensions and conflicts that defined the era. He grapples with complex questions of power, justice, and progress, offering insight into the challenges facing the young nation as it sought to establish a stable and just society.

Sarmiento's prose is both poetic and provocative, drawing the reader into the world he describes with poignant detail and emotional depth. His deep understanding of Argentine history and culture shines through in every page, enriching the reader's experience and broadening their perspective on this fascinating period in time.

Overall, Facundo is a powerful and captivating work that sheds light on the complexities of Argentine society in the 19th century. Sarmiento's keen insights and passionate storytelling make this book a must-read for anyone interested in history, politics, or the human experience.

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BIOGRAFÍA. Nació en la ciudad de San Juan el 15 de febrero de 1811, al año siguiente de la Revolución argentina, cuyas agitaciones impresionaron su primera infancia. Fué hijo de José Clemente Sarmiento y de doña Paula Albarracín, ambos sanjuaninos, y de antiguas familias coloniales de Cuyo. En sus Recuerdos de provincia , Sarmiento ha pintado el ambiente doméstico de su infancia, su casa, su pueblo, su familia, su educación, y trazado una reticente silueta de su padre, y una muy conmovida de su madre, que influyó poderosamente en su imaginación y su carácter. Los azares de nuestras guerras civiles lo lanzaron a la acción, y fué montonero unitario, conspirador de la Asociación de Mayo, periodista de oposición, emigrado, adversario periodístico de Rosas y después de Caseros, diputado, senador, ministro, gobernador, presidente y general... Continue reading book >>