Carmen

Carmen: A Spanish Story is a novel written by French author Prosper Merimee in 1893. The book tells the story of Don Jose, a soldier who falls in love with Carmen, a fiery and seductive gypsy woman. Despite his initial reluctance, Don Jose becomes increasingly obsessed with Carmen, leading to a tragic and violent conclusion. The novel is set in Spain and provides a vivid portrayal of the country's culture and traditions, as well as its social and political landscape. Merimee's writing style is characterized by a blend of romanticism and realism, with a focus on psychological and moral themes. Carmen: A Spanish Story has been adapted into numerous films, operas, and other works of art, and is considered a classic of French literature. The book explores themes of love, jealousy, betrayal, and the clash of cultures, making it a timeless and thought-provoking read.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.