An Old Grudge

Georges OhnetProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 281K words
Chapters: 29

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Un antiguo rencor by Georges OhnetAuthor: Ohnet, Georges, 1848-1918,Language: Spanish, Class: PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Release Date: Oct 31, 2004

Editor's review

"Un antiguo rencor" is a Spanish translation, published in the late 19th to early 20th century, of a novel by French author Georges Ohnet, belonging to the tradition of plot-driven social manners fiction. The title means "An Old Grudge," and the story revolves around accumulated resentment, family relations, and the characters' fates, with the dramatic tension and moral observation typical of serialized fiction. Ohnet's works often focus on social class, marriage, and money, and this book continues in that vein; it suits readers interested in how French popular fiction circulated in the Spanish-speaking world. While reading, note how dialogue and psychological description drive the conflict, and how an old grudge is passed down across generations. As a public-domain e-book, the edition is text-only and lacks modern annotations; the Spanish has a literary quality, so non-native readers should first grasp the main plot, then return to savor the details. Overall, it is suitable as supplementary reading for 19th-century European popular fiction rather than as a text for intensive scholarly study.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Spanish-speaking readers who enjoy 19th-century European plot-driven novels
Readers interested in Spanish translations of French popular literature
Readers who want to observe the themes of old grudges and family relations through fiction
Learners with basic Spanish who wish to expand their literary reading

Not a good fit for

Beginners with limited Spanish reading ability who need Chinese annotations for support
Readers who prefer modern narrative pacing and lack patience for serialized-novel-style exposition

Reading tips

First clarify the characters' relationships and the origin of the old grudge, then move into the later conflicts.
Read one chapter at a fixed time each day and note how dialogue reveals character motivation.
When encountering long psychological passages, grasp the main thread first and read closely on a second pass.
Understand the marriage and class settings in light of 19th-century French society.

About the publisher

Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

What are the main highlights of this book?

The highlights lie in how the old grudge drives the characters' choices and in Ohnet's observations on family relations, social class, and the interests of marriage. The novel is driven mainly by plot, with dialogue and psychological description carrying much of the narrative, making it suitable for readers who enjoy the dramatic conflicts of 19th-century European popular fiction.

Is the Spanish difficulty suitable for intermediate learners?

Readers with intermediate or higher Spanish reading ability can attempt it, but the text has 19th-century literary sentence patterns and long psychological descriptions, which beginners may find difficult. It is advisable to first use a dictionary to clarify the characters' relationships and then proceed gradually, without striving for word-for-word understanding.

Does this edition have annotations or an introduction?

According to the information, this is a public-domain e-book released by Project Gutenberg, consisting mainly of the original text, with no modern annotations or introduction found. Readers who need background material can consult information on Ohnet's life, 19th-century French society, and the tradition of popular fiction.

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About the author

Georges Ohnet Author · French · 1848–1918

Georges Ohnet (1848–1918) was a French novelist and playwright, born in Paris in 1848 and died there in 1918. He studied law and worked in journalism, and in literary terms he opposed realist fiction, preferring plots full of twists and strong emotion. His best-known work is the series Les Batailles de la Vie, whose volumes such as La Grande Marnière and Serge Panine were highly popular in their day. Several of his works were later adapted for the stage, which further extended his influence. The library holds 11 of his works, including the multiple volumes of Serge Panine and Marchand de Poison. Beyond these facts about his life and writing, public information about him is limited.