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Arroyo

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Arroyo by Élisée Reclus is a beautifully written novel that vividly captures the heart and soul of the American Southwest. Set in the desolate landscape of New Mexico, the story follows a young woman named Arroyo as she navigates the harsh realities of life in a remote mining town.

Reclus does a masterful job of bringing the setting to life, painting a vivid picture of the rugged terrain and the struggles faced by the inhabitants of the town. The prose is lyrical and poetic, drawing the reader in and evoking a strong sense of place.

The characters in the novel are well-developed and complex, each with their own fears, dreams, and desires. Arroyo herself is a compelling protagonist, a strong-willed and independent young woman who fights against the constraints placed upon her by society.

The story is filled with drama, tension, and moments of quiet beauty. Reclus explores themes of love, loss, power, and resilience, creating a rich tapestry of human emotions and experiences.

Overall, Arroyo is a captivating and thought-provoking read that will linger in the reader's mind long after the final page has been turned. Élisée Reclus is a talented writer with a gift for capturing the essence of a time and place, and this novel is a testament to her skill and creativity.

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Traducción de Histoire d’un ruisseau por Élisée Reclus, geógrafo y anarquista francés. Esta bella obra sobre la naturaleza empieza así: “La historia de un arroyo, hasta la del más pequeño que nace y se pierde entre el musgo, es la historia del infinito. Sus gotas centelleantes han atravesado el granito, la roca calcárea y la arcilla; han sido nieve sobre la cumbre del frío monte, molécula de vapor en la nube, blanca espuma en las erizadas olas.”

El autor sigue el arroyo por sus muchos caminos – el desierto, la montaña, la gruta, la sima, etc., y habla de los muchos usos del agua – la pesca, el baño, el molino, la navegación…

Termina la obra con una analogía del agua con la vida, la inmortalidad, y la sociedad: “Los pueblos que han llegado á ser inteligentes, aprenderán á asociarse libremente: la humanidad, dividida hasta aquí en corrientes distintas, no será más que un mismo río, y reunidos en una sola corriente, descenderemos juntos hacia el mar inmenso donde van á perderse y renovarse todas las vidas.” - Summary by Verla Viera


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