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1867-1928
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1892
''La araña negra, t. 5/9'' by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to delve into themes of love, social upheaval, and the consequences of revolutionary activities as it follows the passionate yet tumultuous relationship between Captain Esteban Alvarez and Enriqueta. Their love story is intertwined with conspiracies and personal struggles, characterized by the challenges posed by societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces Captain Alvarez at a critical moment—he is writing clandestine letters for a revolutionary group, indicating the weight of his political involvement. As he diligently works in a smoke-filled room, a mysterious woman enters, revealing herself to be Enriqueta, who has come to seek solace after the death of her father. The reunion quickly unfolds into a deep exchange of emotions, where Enriqueta expresses her distress about her family's oppressive control over her life, highlighting themes of freedom and resistance against societal constraints. Their intimate moment is interrupted by news of impending danger, as the captain learns of a plot to arrest him, forcing them to confront the gravity of their feelings in the context of political turmoil, setting the stage for dramatic developments that will undoubtedly follow.