Marianela

"Marianela" is a novel by Benito Pérez Galdós that tells the story of a kind-hearted and visually impaired girl named Marianela, who is devoted to her friend Pablo, a wealthy young man. Despite her blindness, she cares deeply for him and dreams of a better life. When Pablo begins to recover his sight, Marianela’s world changes as she is faced with new realities of beauty, love, and social difference. The story explores themes of love, self-worth, and societal perceptions, highlighting how inner kindness can contrast with superficial appearances.