First published in 1851, this novel is a classic of Argentine literature. Set during the tumultuous period of the Argentine War of Independence, it tells the story of a young woman, Amalia, and her love for a young man named Eduardo. The novel explores themes of love, patriotism, and the struggle for independence, and presents a vivid picture of life in Argentina during this important period of history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.