Spence, Lewis 1874-1955 creator McCannell, Otway 1883-1969 text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Legends & Romances of Spain" by Lewis Spence is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the rich tapestry of Spanish romantic literature, detailing significant cultural influences and the evolution of its narratives, particularly during the era of chivalry. The book likely draws attention to iconic figures and themes as illustrated through various traditional Spanish ballads and epic poems, including notable characters such as the legendary Cid. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the themes and cultural backdrop surrounding Spanish romance. Spence highlights the unique elements of Spanish literature, contrasting it with influences from other countries, particularly France. He discusses how the historical context of conflict between Christians and Moors in Spain fueled the development of its romantic tales. The text sets the stage for later discussions on specific narratives and figures, emphasizing the importance and richness of these legends and their ties to the Spanish national identity. Through lyrical prose, the author paints a vivid picture of the landscapes and stories that have shaped Spanish literary heritage, thus engaging readers with the allure of its tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-01-08 Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg. Original publication data not identified Legends -- Spain Spanish literature -- History and criticism Ballads, Spanish PQ Original publication data not identified 20026986 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38530 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38530 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133858.0 38530