Description
Mercè Rodoreda's Camellia Street plunges into the heart of a young woman's struggle for survival in war-torn Barcelona. Cecília, a foundling, navigates a life marked by relentless exploitation and the suffocating grip of a patriarchal society. Through her experiences, Rodoreda masterfully explores themes of female resilience, the psychological toll of oppression, and the quiet strength found in the face of pervasive male brutality. This profound novel offers a poignant look at one woman's enduring spirit against a backdrop of societal decay and personal hardship.
Available Editions
paperback
Graywolf Press
Published Jan 1, 1993
186 pages
ISBN: 155597192X
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Details
First Published
1966
Language
cat
Translation
From: cat
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Camellia Street by Mercè Rodoreda.