Mariquita - John Ayscough - Bog

Mariquita: A Novel is a book written by John Ayscough and published in 1922. The story is set in Spain and follows the life of a young girl named Mariquita, who is born into a wealthy family. Mariquita is a beautiful and intelligent girl, but she is also rebellious and independent-minded, which causes her to clash with her family's traditional values.As Mariquita grows older, she becomes increasingly interested in politics and social justice, and she begins to question the social hierarchies and injustices that she sees around her. She becomes involved in the Spanish Civil War, fighting on the side of the Republicans, and she falls in love with a fellow soldier named Juan.Mariquita's story is a powerful exploration of love, politics, and social justice, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the turbulent world of early 20th-century Spain. The book is beautifully written, with vivid descriptions of the Spanish landscape and a rich cast of characters who bring the story to life. Overall, Mariquita: A Novel is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to anyone interested in history, politics, or social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.