The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer), Vicente Blasco Ibáñez

The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer)

Vicente Blasco Ibáñez

Level
B2
Words
168,900
Chapters
14
Reading time
about 19 hours
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Set in Paris during World War I, this novel follows a Spanish aristocrat who becomes a self-styled enemy of women, vowing to avoid romantic entanglements. However, his encounters with various women challenge his resolve. Blasco Ibáñez weaves a tale of love and disillusionment against a wartime backdrop. The prose is direct and emotionally charged, with strong narrative drive, suitable for learners seeking a compelling story with accessible language.

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