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100 1 _aSpence, Lewis,
_d1874-1955
245 1 0 _aLegends & Romances of Spain
246 1 _aLegends and Romances of Spain
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-01-08
508 _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg.
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLegends -- Spain
653 _aSpanish literature -- History and criticism
653 _aBallads, Spanish
700 1 _aMcCannell, Otway,
_d1883-1969
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38530
999 _c79369
_d79369