The Works of Garcilasso de la Vega, Surnamed the Prince of Castilian Poets
Translated into English Verse, With a Critical and Historical EssayBy Garcilaso de la Vega
Length8h 41m
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Garcilaso de la Vega's "The Works of Garcilasso de la Vega, Surnamed the Prince of Castilian Poets" stands as a cornerstone of Renaissance poetry in Spain. His masterful blending of classical forms with the vernacular showcases an exceptional command of lyrical expression, marked by Petrarchan influences that imbue his sonnets with emotional depth and complexity. The collection'Äôs exploration of themes such as love, nature, and the human condition reflects the broader cultural movement of the Spanish Golden Age, making it a vital text for understanding the evolution of Iberian literature within its historical and social milieu. Garcilaso de la Vega, a nobleman and soldier, navigated the turbulent political landscapes of the early 16th century, which profoundly impacted his poetic voice. His personal experiences of love and loss, intertwined with the societal expectations of nobility, fostered a unique perspective on themes of beauty and transience. His friendship with the renowned poet Juan Bosc√°n further facilitated his artistic development, allowing him to champion the introduction of Italianate poetry to Spanish literature. For those seeking to delve into the rich tapestry of Spanish literature, Garcilaso's works offer an unparalleled glimpse into the emotional and intellectual currents of his time. Recommended for both seasoned scholars and new readers, this collection not only highlights the brilliance of Garcilaso's artistry but also serves as a crucial reference point for understanding subsequent generations of Spanish poets.
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GenrePoetry
Length8 hrs 41 mins
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Publish dateOct 20, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
43XVII.
2CONTENTS.
44XVIII. TO JULIO CÆSAR CARACCIOLA.
3CHAPTER I. OF THE ORIGIN OF SPANISH POETRY, AND ITS PROGRESS TO JUAN DE MENA.
45XIX.
4CHAPTER II. OF SPANISH POETRY TO THE TIME OF GARCILASSO.
46XX. TO D. ALONSO DE AVALO, MARQUIS DEL VASTO.
5CHAPTER III. FROM GARCILASSO TO THE ARGENSÓLAS.
47XXI.
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6CHAPTER IV. FROM THE ARGENSÓLAS AND OTHER POETS TO GONGÓRA.
48XXII.
7CHAPTER V. OF GÓNGORA, QUEVEDO, AND THEIR IMITATORS.
49XXIII.
8CHAPTER VI. GENERAL OBSERVATIONS; RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF GOOD TASTE.
50XXIV. FROM AUSIAS MARCH.[AS]
9LIFE OF GARCILASSO.
51XXV. TO BOSCÁN.
10BOSCÁN, ON THE DEATH OF GARCILASSO.
52XXVI.
11VILLEGAS, IN PRAISE OF GARCILASSO.
53XXVII.
12FLORENCIO ROMANO, ON THE DEATH OF GARCILASSO.
54XXVIII.
13HERRERA, ON THE DEATH OF GARCILASSO.
55XXIX.
14ECLOGUE I. TO DON PEDRO DE TOLEDO, VICEROY OF NAPLES.
56XXX. TO BOSCÁN, FROM GOLETTA.
15SILVA I.
57XXXI.
16SILVA II.
58XXXII. TO MARIO GALEOTA.
17SILVA III.
59XXXIII.
18ECLOGUE III. TO THE LADY MARIA DE LA CUEVA, COUNTESS OF UREÑA.
60XXXIV.
19ELEGY I. TO THE DUKE OF ALVA,
61XXXV.
20ELEGY II. TO BOSCÁN,
62XXXVI. TO THE LADY DONNA MARIA DE CARDONA, MARCHIONESS OF PADULA.
21EPISTLE TO BOSCÁN.
63XXXVII.
22I. TO THE FLOWER OF GNIDO[11].
64TO HIS LADY, HAVING MARRIED ANOTHER.
23II. TO HIS LADY.
65TO THE SAME.
24III. TO HIS LADY.
66ON A DEPARTURE.
25IV. WRITTEN IN EXILE.
67TO A LADY,
26V. THE PROGRESS OF PASSION FOR HIS LADY.
68FROM OVID.
27I.
69COMMENT ON THIS TEXT:
28II.
70TO FERNANDO DE ACUÑA.
29III.
71I. Page 15. PRAISE OF LITTLE WOMEN.
30IV.
72II. Page 36. THE PROPHECY OF TAGUS.
31V.
73III. Page 101.
32VI.
74IV.—Page 124.
33VII.
75V.—Page 130. GARCILASSO DE LA VEGA TO THE VERY MAGNIFICENT LADY, THE LADY GERONYMA PALOVA DE ALMOGAVAR.
34VIII.
76VI.—Page 145. PETRUS BEMBUS GARCILASSO HISPANO, S. P. D.
35IX.
77VII. Page 244.
36X.
78VIII.—Page 250.
37XI.
79IX.—Page 274.
38XII.
80X.—Page 302.
39XIII.
81XI.—Page 305. To the Flower of Gnido.
40XIV. EPITAPH ON HIS BROTHER, D. FERNANDO DE GUZMAN,
82XII.—Page 369. In the fantastic pirouette.
41XV.
83XIII.—Page 370. AD FERDINANDUM DE ACUÑA.
42XVI.
84FOOTNOTES:
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