Los Pazos de Ulloa
"Los Pazos de Ulloa" is a novel written by Spanish author Emilia Pardo Bazán in 1886. The story is set in a rural estate in Galicia, Spain, and explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the decline of the aristocracy. The narrative follows the life of a young priest, Don Pedro, who becomes entangled in the lives of the estate's inhabitants.
The novel highlights the struggles of the characters against the backdrop of a changing society. It portrays the conflicts between tradition and modernity, as well as the impact of industrialization on rural life. Through vivid descriptions and complex characters, Pardo Bazán critiques the social norms of her time.