Learn Spanish with these easy Spanish books!
Hello, my dears!
I am your Spanish teacher at Spring Spanish, Paulísima. In this video, I will present to you five excellent easy Spanish books for learning Spanish, including one of my personal favorites.
1. One of the truly easy Spanish books: “Stories in Spanish for Beginners” by Olly Richards
Let’s start with our colleague Olly’s book, “Stories in Spanish for Beginners” This book is perfect for those who are beginning to learn Spanish. Olly, like some members of the Spring Spanish team, is a polyglot.
In “Stories in Spanish for Beginners”, he brings us a series of captivating cuentos that will keep you interested in the language. The plots are designed to help you understand grammar and vocabulary in a natural way.
This book is an excellent choice for beginners because at the end of each story, it highlights the chunks and palabras claves (keywords) that you should learn.
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2. Series of books: “Papelucho” by Marcela Paz
Our next book is “Papelucho” by the Chilean Marcela Paz. In fact, it’s not just a single book, but a series of books. “Papelucho” is a real gem for learning Spanish.
“Papelucho” narrates the adventures of an eight-year-old boy named Papelucho. Papelucho keeps a diary and shares his thoughts and experiences. This book is excellent for learning colloquial expressions, simple and direct language, from the perspective of a Chilean child.
This series of books was published from 1947 to 1974. Papelucho is a beloved literary character whose diaries have played a significant role in promoting children’s literature in Chile. The series offers a humorous and insightful representation of everyday life.
3. A contemporary classic: “La Sombra del Viento” by Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Published in 2001, “La Sombra del Viento” is a novel cherished for its mix of mystery and romance set in Barcelona. The story follows Daniel Sempere. Mr. Sempere seeks to unravel the mysteries of a unique book while exploring the dark history of his hometown. This work is ideal for intermediate to advanced Spanish students who wish to immerse themselves in an exciting narrative while improving their language skills.
The novel “La Sombra del Viento” by Carlos Ruiz Zafón has been widely praised and received numerous awards, including the Premio Edebé de Novela in 2001. It is considered a contemporary classic of Spanish literature.
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4. A satirical comic: “Mafalda” by Quino
Now let’s talk about the Argentine “Mafalda” by Quino. This comic is a gem of Spanish-speaking literature.
Mafalda is a girl with a curious mind who questions the world around her. She lives in Buenos Aires within a middle-class family in the 70s.
This comic is a satirical critique of society and politics, which makes it an entertaining way to learn Spanish.
“Mafalda” has been published in more than thirty countries, is immensely popular throughout Latin America. It was created by Joaquín Salvador Lavado, better known as Quino, in 1964. It was published until 1973 and remains influential worldwide.
Quino received awards such as the Príncipe de Asturias in 2014.
5. My personal favourite: “Como agua para chocolate” by Laura Esquivel
Finally, we cannot forget to mention one of my favorites, “Como agua para chocolate” by Laura Esquivel. This novel is a classic of Mexican literature.
The story combines romance and cooking, creating a unique narrative. Through this novel, you can experience the emotional and passionate language of Mexican Spanish.
The novel “Como Agua Para Chocolate” was published in 1989. It is a prominent example of magical realism. The work has been recognized for its influence and originality in Latin American literature. In fact, it was included in the list of the 100 best novels in Spanish of the 20th century by the Spanish newspaper “El Mundo”. It has been adapted to the big screen and to stages by the American Ballet Theatre in New York.
Reading is an invaluable tool for language learning and cultural immersion. Now, if you want to discover more tips on how to improve your Spanish through reading, I invite you to watch our next video, “How to Learn Spanish with Reading” with our dear Maura.
