Las Ilusiones del Doctor Faustino, v.1 by Juan Valera

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By Richard Baker Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Frontier Stories
Valera, Juan, 1824-1905 Valera, Juan, 1824-1905
Spanish
"Las Ilusiones del Doctor Faustino" by Juan Valera is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a fictional village called Villabermeja and revolves around its inhabitants, particularly focusing on the character Don Juan Fresco, an older gentleman who contemplates life, society, and the concept of illusions. Through his...
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experience. The opening of the novel establishes a philosophical framework through a conversation between the narrator and Don Juan Fresco. Fresco reflects on the passage of time and how experiences shape one's perceptions and beliefs. In this dialogue, he delves into the topic of illusions, arguing that they can often hinder one's understanding of reality, juxtaposed against a backdrop of charming insights about the simple life in Villabermeja. The narrative hints at a poignant story related to a character named Doctor Faustino, which suggests deeper emotional layers yet to be explored as the plot unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Donald Brown
5 months ago

As someone who reads a lot, the material builds progressively without overwhelming the reader. I learned so much from this.

Anthony Robinson
4 months ago

I was skeptical at first, but the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. I appreciate the effort put into this.

Liam Wilson
3 days ago

Once I started reading, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. I learned so much from this.

Patricia Scott
3 months ago

While comparing similar resources, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. One of the best books I've read this year.

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