The South
Main Characters and Their Development
- Juan Dahlmann - the main character of the story, a descendant of a German immigrant and an Argentine Creole. At the beginning of the story, he works as a librarian in Buenos Aires. After a severe illness and a long recovery, he decides to travel to his family's ranch in the south of Argentina. During the journey, he faces various challenges and ultimately finds himself in a duel, symbolizing his internal struggle and desire for a heroic death.
Date of publication: 25 June 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Classical literature
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