Nacha Regules

"Nacha Regules" by Manuel Gálvez is a story that takes place in early twentieth-century Buenos Aires during a time of celebration, is a snapshot of the chaotic life of Nacha Regules, a woman trying to find her way in a world of dance halls and difficult relationships. The story explores themes of love, social issues, and right and wrong, especially through Nacha’s interactions with two very different men: the mysterious Dr. Fernando Monsalvat and the hostile Dalmacio Arnedo. The story begins in a lively cabaret, where Nacha feels a deep sadness as she deals with her friends and Arnedo. The air is full of tango music and the threat of violence, reflecting the tough realities of her life, but destiny intervenes in the form of Dr. Monsalvat, who is drawn to Nacha and rescues her from Arnedo's cruelty. Nacha is then torn between her loyalty to Arnedo and her intense connection with Monsalvat, preparing the reader for a more study of her character and the difficult decisions she must make.