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_aBowring, John, _d1792-1872 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aObservations on the State of Religion and Literature in Spain |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020 |
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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.) | ||
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| 653 | _aSpain -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aCatholic Church -- Spain | ||
| 653 | _aSpain -- Religion | ||
| 653 | _aSpanish literature -- 19th century -- History and criticism | ||
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