Lo prohibido (novela completa)

"Lo prohibido (novela completa)" by Benito Pérez Galdós is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story begins with a character reflecting on their recent move to Madrid after the death of their father, exploring family dynamics, social status, and personal struggles. Key figures introduced include the narrator's uncle Rafael, his three cousins—María Juana, Eloísa, and Camila—and the implications of familial expectations and societal norms. The opening of the novel presents the narrator settling into Madrid, describing the bustling city and the elegant lifestyle of his relatives. He details his living arrangements and his close ties with his uncle Rafael, who is portrayed as a well-connected business agent. As the family dynamics unfold, the reader learns of the quirks and tensions among the cousins and their marriages, particularly highlighting the narrator’s growing affection for Eloísa. The chapters explore themes of ambition, mental health, and the complexities of familial love, setting the stage for deeper social commentary woven throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)