Trafalgar: A Tale (1884)

Trafalgar: A Tale is a historical novel written by Spanish author Benito Perez Galdos and published in 1884. The book is set during the Battle of Trafalgar, which took place in 1805, and follows the story of Gabriel Araceli, a young man from Madrid who joins the Spanish navy in search of adventure.As Gabriel embarks on his journey, he meets a diverse group of characters, including sailors, officers, and prisoners of war. He also falls in love with a young woman named Ines, who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant.Throughout the book, Galdos provides a vivid portrayal of life on board a naval ship during the early 19th century. He describes the harsh conditions, the camaraderie among the crew, and the fear and excitement of battle.The climax of the book is the Battle of Trafalgar, which is described in detail. Gabriel and his shipmates fight bravely against the British navy, but ultimately suffer a devastating defeat. The aftermath of the battle is also depicted, as Gabriel and the surviving crew members struggle to survive and make their way back home.Trafalgar: A Tale is a classic work of Spanish literature and is considered one of Galdos’ most important novels. It provides a fascinating insight into the history of naval warfare and the lives of sailors during the Napoleonic Wars.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1884 Edition.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.