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El Zorro [Paperback]

Isabel Allende (Author)
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)


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2005

¿Quién no conoce al Zorro, el astuto y travieso enmascarado? Lo que no sabíamos -- de cómo surgió el héroe -- se resuelve en estas páginas, quenos revelan el misterio de su doble personalidad. Aquí re-encontramos a su amigo Bernardo, su corcel, Tornado, su prodigioso látigo, la Z con que firma sus hazañas y mucho más.

Nacido en 1795 en la California hispana, Diego de la Vega está atrapado entre dos mundos. Su padre es un heroico militar convertido en próspero hacendado, su madre es una valiente guerrera indígena y su abuela materna es la sabia chamán de su tribu. Del primero, Diego aprende las virtudes de un hidalgo, desde esgrima hasta el arte de hacerse obedecer, mientras su madre y su abuela lo inician en las tradiciones indígenas y el conocimiento de la naturaleza y la magia. Junto a su inseparable amigo Bernardo vive aventuras enla niñez y se da cuenta de las injusticias que soportan los indios a mano de los colonos europeos.

Diego se hace hombre en Barcelona, donde su padre lo manda a estudiar, justamente cuando España, ocupada por las tropas de Napoleón, soporta una cruenta guerra. Le toca de todo, desde duelos a muerte hasta enamorarse a primera vista, enrolarse en una sociedad secreta, huir con una tribu de gitanos, ser secuestrado por piratas y, sobre todo, enfrentarse al hombre que habrá de ser su peor enemigo. Por ultimo regresa a California a reclamar la hacienda donde nació e impartir justicia, luchando por los indefensos. Así, entre el Viejo y el Nuevo Mundo se forma el carácter del más legendario y romántico de los heroes.

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.


Editorial Reviews

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“This is a full-blooded retelling of the old masked-man legend, and it crackles with action.” (Fort Worth Star-Telegram )

“Lively and fascinating.” (Chicago Tribune )

“Allende’s discreetly subversive talent really shows . . . You turn the pages, cheering on the masked man.” (Los Angeles Times )

“Wonderfully crafted . . . Allende gives Zorro the feel of a folk or fairy tale.” (USA Today )

“One of those rare and perfect matches of subject and author... Sinfully entertaining ... Serious fiction.” (Houston Chronicle )

“Allende is a beguiling storyteller, and Zorro provides a rich palate for her customary embellishments.” (Library Journal )

“Equal parts adventure, historical novel and family saga, Zorro is a moving portrait of a hero who is heartbreakingly human.” (People )

“Zorro is great fun . . . A thrilling journey into a world in which cultures clash as often as swords.” (Miami Herald )

“A tale of adventure, history and romance, just in time for long reads on summer afternoons.” (Austin American-Statesman ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

Isabel Allende is the author of nine novels, translated into more than twenty-seven languages, including the New York Times bestsellers InÉs of My Soul, Portrait in Sepia, and Daughter of Fortune. In 2004 she was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Born in Peru and raised in Chile, she lives in California.


Nacida en PerÚ y criada en Chile, Isabel Allende es la autora de nueve novelas incluyendo mÁs recientemente Zorro, Retrato en Sepia, Hija de la Fortuna e InÉs del Alma MÍa. TambiÉn ha escrito cuentos cortos, tres libros autobiogrÁficos incluyendo Mi PaÍs Inventado y Paula, y una trilogÍa de libros para jÓvenes. Sus libros han sido traducidos a mÁs de 27 idiomas y son bestsellers a travÉs del mundo entero. En 2004, fue nombrada a la Academia de Artes y Letras de los Estados Unidos. Vive en California.

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 381 pages
  • Publisher: Imprint unknown; 1st. edition (2005)
  • Language: Spanish
  • ISBN-10: 8401335558
  • ISBN-13: 978-8401335556
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,975,980 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born in Peru and raised in Chile, Isabel Allende is the author of eight novels, including, most recently, Zorro, Portrait in Sepia, and Daughter of Fortune. She has also written a collection of stories; three memoirs, including My Invented Country and Paula; and a trilogy of children's novels. Her books have been translated into more than twenty-seven languages and have become bestsellers across four continents. In 2004 she was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Isabel Allende lives in California.

 

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars La leyenda del zorro, December 20, 2005
Es interesante la forma descriptiva que utiliza Isabel allende para abordar este libro, lo que es caracteristico de su lectura. Las primeras paginas resultan un poco lentas asi que no deben desanimarse al inicio del libro y deben permitirle capturarlos en los personajes y sus aventuras. Soy una verdadera fans del zorro por lo que no debe faltar este libro que a mi parecer es el primero de una probable zaga
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Zorro: Una Novela, September 19, 2005
I read the Spanish version of the book and my wife read the English translation. This was a wonderful and delightful book. The story and the writing style were great and the book was a joy to read. I have recommended and gifted this book to many friends.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Zorro, August 31, 2005
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Isabel Allende is a great writer and she shows this again in her last book Zorro. It's about a boy Diego (half white/half indian) who grows up together with his Indian 'brother'. When they're older they part for Barcelona where Diego will learn about love and justice and where he will be admitted to a secret society for Justice: that's where he will gets his name ZORRO. It's a book about life, poverty, justice and love: themes frequently found in Allende. Daily things which are developed more profoundly and thus makes it interesting to read. No thrilling, exciting, spectacular things, just a normal boy who lives his life. I would just say: read the book and you'll find out for yourself.
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