Bouterwek, Friedrich 1766-1828 creator Ross, Thomasina text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "History of Spanish and Portuguese Literature (Vol 1 of 2)" by Friedrich Bouterwek is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution, key figures, and essential works in the literatures of Spain and Portugal from their origins to the early modern period. The author aims to fill a noted gap in English literature regarding scholarly discussions on the subject, presenting a rich tapestry of poetic and prose forms that have emerged over the centuries. The opening of the volume introduces the significance of the literature of the Iberian Peninsula, launching into a detailed examination of its origins during the Middle Ages. Bouterwek discusses the linguistic evolution from Arabic influences during the Moorish occupation to the emergence of distinct romance languages in the region. The text explores early poetic forms, including the role of notable historical figures such as Alfonso X and highlights significant works like "El Poema del Cid." Throughout the introduction, themes of national identity, cultural exchange, and the intertwining of history and literature are established, setting the stage for a more detailed exploration of Spanish and Portuguese literary traditions in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2017-10-27 Produced by Anita Hammond, Wayne Hammond, Josep Cols Canals and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Spanish literature -- History and criticism Portuguese literature -- History and criticism PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55829 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55829 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134303.0 55829