How did Galdós’s depiction of Madrid influence the story’s emotional depth?
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Fortunata and Jacinta

Fortunata and Jacinta
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How did Galdós’s depiction of Madrid influence the story’s emotional depth?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about Fortunata’s choices — was she a victim of her circumstances?
What inspired the author to focus so deeply on the lives of these two women?