Constancia and Other Stories for Virgins

short stories by Fuentes

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Constancia and Other Stories for Virgins is a collection of short stories by Mexican author Carlos Fuentes, published in 1989. Fuentes was a renowned novelist, short-story writer, and diplomat known for his experimental literary style and exploration of Mexican identity and culture. His works often blend realism with fantasy and delve into themes of national identity, social critique, and the complexities of human relationships. This collection, like much of his work, showcases his ability to craft intricate narratives and explore diverse aspects of the human experience.12

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Carlos Fuentes
…otras novelas para vírgenes (1989; Constancia and Other Stories for Virgins), El naranjo; o, los círculos del tiempo (1993; “The Orange Tree; or, The Circles of Time,” Eng. trans. The Orange Tree), Inquieta compañía (2004; “Disturbing Company”), and Todas las familias felices (2006; Happy Families: Stories).
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…otras novelas para vírgenes (1989; Constancia and Other Stories for Virgins), El naranjo; o, los círculos del tiempo (1993; “The Orange Tree; or, The Circles of Time,” Eng. trans. The Orange Tree), Inquieta compañía (2004; “Disturbing Company”), and Todas las familias felices (2006; Happy Families: Stories).
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