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Executed from 1810 to 1820, the series depicts the travesties witnessed during Spain’s struggle for independence from France. Unlike the Caprichos, this series was never published during Goya’s lifetime, probably because of its pronounced indictment of war.
Spanish literature is a rich and diverse field that spans centuries and genres. Learn about the history, authors, and books that shaped the literary traditions of Spain, from Castilian to Catalan to Galician. Explore the works of Cervantes, Lorca, Unamuno, and more in this comprehensive article from Britannica.
t. e. Mexican literature stands as one of the most prolific and influential within Spanish-language literary traditions, alongside those of Spain and Argentina. This rich and diverse tradition spans centuries, encompassing a wide array of genres, themes, and voices that reflect the complexities of Mexican society and culture.
Mar 28, 2008 · 1 A brief history of the history of Spanish American Literature 2 Cultures in contact: Mesoamerica, the Andes, and the European written tradition 3 The first fifty years of Hispanic New World historiography: the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America
- Roberto González Echevarría
- 1996
Golden Age, the period of Spanish literature extending from the early 16th century to the late 17th century, generally considered the high point in Spain’s literary history. The Golden Age began with the partial political unification of Spain about 1500. Its literature is characterized by patriotic and religious fervour, heightened realism ...
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
The 18th century and Enlightenment in Spain starts with the Succession War (1701-1714). Charles II was the last of the Habsburgs, and he was childless. The economic, social and political problems had made of Spain a declining empire, but the colonies in the New World and the huge naval fleet of the Spanish Armada gave Spain a vital role in ...
Summary. Over the past fifteen years, the field of Mexican literary and cultural studies has grown and evolved considerably in the English-language academy. Although the shared border between Mexico and the United States has always precipitated cultural exchange and academic interest, the study of Mexican literature was for many years eclipsed ...
