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100 1 _aSouthey, Robert,
_d1774-1843
245 1 0 _aChronicle of the Cid
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-07-01
508 _aProduced by Charles Aldarondo, Tiffany Vergon, Marvin A. Hodges, Charles Franks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Chronicle of the Cid" by Robert Southey is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work is a translation of the adventures surrounding Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar, known as the Cid Campeador, from various historical texts, including the "Crónica General de España". It depicts the life and exploits of the Cid, a formidable knight and national hero of medieval Spain, who valiantly battled against the Moors and played a crucial role in the history of Spain. The beginning of "Chronicle of the Cid" introduces us to the backdrop of 11th century Spain, focusing on King Don Ferrando and the events that led to the rise of Rodrigo of Bivar, the future Cid. The narrative outlines important familial connections, the initial conflicts with the Moors, and Rodrigo's early bravery in avenging his father and reclaiming honor for his family. We witness his character development, marked by acts of valor and righteousness, such as rescuing captives and defeating powerful foes. The opening establishes the rich historical context within which the Cid emerges as a legendary figure, setting the stage for his epic battles and noble deeds that define his legacy in Spanish history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCid, approximately 1043-1099 -- Romances
700 1 _aMorley, Henry,
_d1822-1894
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8491
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