Morriña (Homesickness)
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Morriña, meaning homesickness, is a novel about a young Galician woman named Esclavitud who works as a servant in Madrid. She becomes involved with a student named Rogelio, leading to a tragic outcome. The story explores themes of nostalgia, social class, and unrequited love. The narrative is psychologically nuanced, with a focus on the inner life of the protagonist. The language is clear and the dialogue is realistic, making it suitable for learners who enjoy character studies.
Learn English with Morriña (Homesickness)
- Suits learners around level B2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 5,967 distinct words, each one a tap away from your personal vocabulary list.
- Read in English, glance at the translation under any sentence you are unsure of, and listen to natural read-aloud voices to train your ear.
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The text is estimated at level B2. Because every sentence has its translation underneath, lower levels can follow along too.
Is there audio?
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