Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism
About this book
"Written in political exile by one of Argentina's greatest statesmen and intellectuals and long known to English-speaking readers as Life in the Argentine Republic in the Days of the Tyrants, Facundo (1845) is ostensibly a biography of the gaucho "barbarian" Juan Facundo Quiroga.". "Combining history, sociology, and political commentary, Sarmiento explores the impact of Argentine geography on the life of the gaucho; chronicles the often bloody political and military adventures of Facundo; examines the reign of the tyrannical ruler Juan Manuel de Rosas; and ponders the future of Argentina. This edition includes an informative introduction and a chronology of Sarmiento's life and times. It also restores the original author's note that was dropped for the 1868 English-language edition - and that is crucial to our understanding of Sarmiento and his views."--BOOK JACKET.
Reader Profile
3.5/5 · 3265 readers · 284 pages · ≈ 5 h 16 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism?
About ≈ 5 h 16 m — 284 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism?
284 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism?
It sits on the Travel, Biography & Memoir, History shelves.
Is Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism?
The main characters include Juan Facundo Quiroga (1790-1835), José Félix Aldao (1785-1845), José Félix Aldao (d. 1845).
Where does Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism take place?
It is set in Argentina, San Juan (Argentina : Province) during 1817-1860, 1810-.
Who wrote Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism?
Domingo Faustino Sarmiento (1811–1888).
Where can I read Facundo, or, civilization and barbarism online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library