Studies never-before published (and unfinished) manuscript by educator and writer from Colima (1866-1934), said to have been written when he was young student. Imbued with traits of 19th-century costumbrismo and romanticism, novel is classic tale of virtuous country girl and young student from city, who fall in love and face various impediments to consummation of their relationship. Includes introductory chapter on characteristics of this work and history of manuscript, as well as description of aspects of its author's life and illustrations placed where author intended (according to his notes). Edition limited to 500 copies.