Literatura 11: MARTIN FIERRO (Segunda parte: LA VUELTA) - RESUMEN COMPLETO - JOSÉ HERNÁNDEZ
The Return of Martín Fierro: A Summary
Overview of the Narrative
- The discussion centers on "La vuelta de Martín Fierro," published in 1879, which follows Martín Fierro's journey as he recalls his family and homeland while traveling with Cruz towards the desert.
- They encounter hostile natives, leading to a chaotic situation where they believe they will die; however, an Indian saves them and instructs them to thank the chief for their rescue.
Themes of Loss and Reflection
- After being separated from Cruz for nearly two years, Fierro learns about the cultural practices of the indigenous people preparing for an invasion (malón).
- Following a disease outbreak that claims many lives, including Cruz's, who urges Fierro to find his son upon returning home. This prompts deep reflection on loss.
Family Tragedies
- Upon returning home, Fierro discovers that his wife has died in poverty and meets his two sons. The elder son shares his struggles with imprisonment due to false accusations.
- The younger son faced hardships living among strangers until he inherited from a deceased aunt but lost it due to age restrictions imposed by a corrupt judge.
Encounters and New Characters
- As Martín reunites with his sons, they meet Picardía, an orphan who recounts his own misfortunes and experiences with authority figures.
- Picardía describes being forced into fraudulent activities within the National Guard and facing imprisonment after refusing to comply with corrupt orders.
Confrontations and Resolutions
- A confrontation occurs when a character named Cafiero challenges Fierro musically; this leads to discussions about race relations between blacks and whites.