"Cuentos fin de siglo"

"Cuentos fin de siglo" refers to short stories written around the turn of the 20th century, often reflecting the cultural, social, and psychological changes of that time. These stories explore themes like modernidad, anxiety, alienation, and the decline of traditional values, capturing the sense of uncertainty and transition characteristic of the end of an era. Writers of this period used innovative narrative techniques and symbolism to express the complex emotions and societal shifts associated with the approaching 1900s. Overall, these stories serve as literary snapshots of a society on the brink of profound change.