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100 1 _aBowring, John,
_d1792-1872
245 1 0 _aObservations on the State of Religion and Literature in Spain
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2020-04-25
508 _aTranscribed from the 1819 George Smallfield edition by David Price
520 _a"Observations on the State of Religion and Literature in Spain" by John Bowring is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the interplay between religion and literature in Spain, particularly in the context of the social and political turmoil that characterized the country's recent history, including the effects of the Revolution. Bowring provides insight into how ecclesiastic authority has influenced the cultural landscape, revealing the complexities of faith, governance, and intellectual life in Spain during a period of significant change. In the text, Bowring examines various aspects of Spanish society, including the role of ecclesiastics, the impact of the Inquisition, and the overall state of education and literature. He critiques the prevailing religious practices, which he views as overly ceremonial and disconnected from true moral and ethical teaching. Bowring reflects on how the clerical influence has stifled intellectual growth and contributed to ignorance among the populace. He also highlights the effects of political repression on literary expression, noting the challenges faced by writers and the oppressiveness of censorship. Through his observations, Bowring paints a detailed picture of a society struggling between deep-rooted traditions and the burgeoning demands for progress and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSpain -- Description and travel
653 _aCatholic Church -- Spain
653 _aSpain -- Religion
653 _aSpanish literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61930
999 _c102754
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