Legenden en Romances van Spanje by Lewis Spence
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"Legenden en Romances van Spanje" by Lewis Spence is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the rich tapestry of Spanish romantic literature, exploring the interwoven nature of Spanish folklore and historical tales, particularly focusing on the romantic epics and ballads that have characterized Spanish storytelling. The text discusses important figures, such as the legendary El Cid, and examines how the historical context of Spain influenced
its narratives. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of Spanish romantic literature, emphasizing its historical roots and cultural significance. Spence outlines the evolution of the Spanish romance, articulating how legends, historical figures, and artistic expressions have shaped national identity. He reflects on the connections between the Spanish cantares de gesta and the broader literary traditions in Europe while highlighting the unique qualities of Spanish storytelling. Throughout this introduction, the author seeks to inspire readers to engage more deeply with the beauty and complexity of Spanish literature, revealing its profound connections to the nation’s history and spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Spence, Lewis, 1874-1955 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | McCannell, Otway, 1883-1969 |
| Translator | Vos-Goudsmit, S. |
| Uniform Title | Legends and romances of Spain. Dutch |
| Title | Legenden en Romances van Spanje |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Legends -- Spain |
| Subject | Spanish literature -- History and criticism |
| Subject | Ballads, Spanish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31198 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 9, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 396 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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