Literary Classics

The Study of Spanish and Portuguese Literature

By Friedrich Bouterwek

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Friedrich Bouterwek's 'The Study of Spanish and Portuguese Literature' is a comprehensive examination of the literary traditions of Spain and Portugal. Bouterwek delves into the rich history and cultural influences that have shaped Spanish and Portuguese literature, providing insightful analysis of key works and authors. His scholarly approach offers readers a deeper understanding of the themes, styles, and movements within these two literary traditions. The book is written in a clear, accessible style that makes it suitable for both students and seasoned scholars seeking to expand their knowledge of Iberian literature. Bouterwek's meticulous research and attention to detail make this a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literary heritage of Spain and Portugal. Friedrich Bouterwek, a distinguished literary historian and critic, brings his expertise to bear in 'The Study of Spanish and Portuguese Literature'. His passion for the subject is evident in the thoroughness of his analysis and his ability to contextualize the works within their historical and cultural settings. Bouterwek's deep knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese literature informs every page of this book, making it an indispensable guide for students and scholars alike. I highly recommend 'The Study of Spanish and Portuguese Literature' to anyone with an interest in Iberian literature. Bouterwek's insightful commentary and thorough examination of the literary traditions of Spain and Portugal make this book a must-read for those looking to deepen their understanding of these vibrant and diverse cultural landscapes.

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GenreLiterary Classics

Length29 hrs 34 mins

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Publish dateMay 7, 2021

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1PREFACE.

2INTRODUCTION. GENERAL VIEW OF THE ORIGIN OF ROMANTIC POETRY AND ELOQUENCE, IN THE KINGDOMS OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL.

3HISTORY OF SPANISH LITERATURE.

4BOOK I. FROM THE END OF THE THIRTEENTH TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE SIXTEENTH CENTURY.

5PROBABLE PERIOD OF THE FIRST ROMANCES.

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6POEMA DEL CID.

7POEMA DE ALEXANDRO MAGNO.

8GONZALO BERCEO.

9ALPHONSO X.; HIS LITERARY MERITS—NICOLAS AND ANTONIO DE LOS ROMANCES, &amp;c.

10ALPHONSO XI.

11EARLY CULTIVATION OF CASTILIAN PROSE—DON JUAN MANUEL; HIS CONDE LUCANOR; HIS ROMANCES.

12SATIRICAL POEM OF JUAN RUYZ, ARCH-PRIEST OF HITA.

13MORE PRECISE ACCOUNT OF THE ORIGIN OF THE SPANISH POETIC ROMANCES AND SONGS—PROBABLE RISE OF THE ROMANCES OF CHIVALRY IN PROSE—ORIGINAL RELATIONSHIP OF THE POETIC AND THE PROSE ROMANCES.

14THE DIFFERENT KINDS OF POETIC ROMANCE.

15CASTILIAN POETRY IN THE THIRTEENTH AND FOURTEENTH CENTURIES.

16POETICAL COURT OF JOHN II.

17THE MARQUIS OF VILLENA.

18THE MARQUIS OF SANTILLANA; HIS POETICAL WORKS; HIS HISTORICAL AND CRITICAL LETTER.

19JUAN DE MENA.

20PEREZ DE GUZMAN, RODRIGUEZ DEL PADRON, AND OTHER SPANISH LYRIC POETS OF THE AGE OF JOHN II.

21OF THE CANCIONERO GENERAL, AND THE DIFFERENT KINDS OF ANCIENT SPANISH SONGS.

22OF THE ROMANCERO GENERAL.

23FIRST TRACES OF THE ORIGIN OF SPANISH DRAMATIC POETRY IN THE MINGO REBULGO—JUAN DEL ENZINA—CALLISTUS AND MELIBŒA, A DRAMATIC TALE.

24FURTHER ACCOUNT OF SPANISH PROSE. RISE OF THE HISTORICAL ART—EARLY PROGRESS OF THE EPISTOLARY STYLE.

25JUAN DE LA ENZINA’S ART OF CASTILIAN POETRY.

26BOOK II. FROM THE BEGINNING OF THE SIXTEENTH TO THE LATTER HALF OF THE SEVENTEENTH CENTURY.: INTRODUCTION. GENERAL VIEW OF THE STATE OF POETICAL AND RHETORICAL CULTIVATION IN SPAIN DURING THE ABOVE PERIOD.

27FIRST SECTION. History of Spanish Poetry and Eloquence, from the Introduction of the Italian Style to the Age of Cervantes and Lope de Vega.

28OCCASION OF THE INTRODUCTION OF THE ITALIAN STYLE.

29BOSCAN.

30GARCILASO DE LA VEGA.

31DIEGO DE MENDOZA.

32SAA DE MIRANDA.

33MONTEMAYOR.

34HERRERA.

35LUIS DE LEON.

36MINOR SPANISH POETS DURING THE PERIOD OF THIS SECTION, VIZ. ACUÑA—CETINA—PADILLA—GIL POLO.

37OBSTACLES TO THE IMITATION OF THE ROMANTIC EPOPEE IN SPAIN—UNSUCCESSFUL ESSAYS IN SERIOUS EPOPEE—TRANSLATIONS OF CLASSICAL EPIC POETRY.

38PROGRESS OF THE ROMANTIC POETRY—CASTILLEJO: HIS CONTEST WITH THE PARTIZANS OF THE ITALIAN STYLE.