Download or read book A Progressive Spanish Reader written by Carlos Bransby and published by . This book was released on 1907 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Vedette written by Stephen Siciliano and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2004-04 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born to a Gothic social order, branded a haunter of men's dreams, Vedette is traumatized when her small town in the magical wetlands of southern Spain's Guadalquivir River is overrun by hashish-smoking anarchists promising free love and a life without sadness to those who would follow them. Entranced by their flamenco music, their philosophy of revenge, and the concrete ability to deliver political results, the young woman joins a movement destined to annihilation and becomes its sole survivor, burdened with the task of keeping its memory and project for a better world alive through conversations with their flamenco shadows. Transcending political viewpoints, Mr. Siciliano opens a new chapter in the understanding of the Spanish Civil War, opting for a literary interpretation that looks beyond right and wrong to more universal lessons only the passage of decades and the healing effects of time can reveal.

Download or read book Spanish Ballads written by Guy Le Strange and published by Cambridge U.P. This book was released on 1920 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Los dobles written by E. T. A. Hoffman and published by Libros del Zorzal. This book was released on 2021 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A punto de entrar a su habitación, se dio vuelta una vez más, su mirada recayó sobre Deodatus y, con el picaporte en la mano, ¡se quedó como petrificado! Sus lúgubres ojos irradiaban un fuego salvaje, al tiempo que una palidez cadavérica recubría su convulsivo y trémulo rostro. Unánimemente reconocido por la historia de la literatura como el gran precursor del relato fantástico moderno, E. T. A. Hoffmann ha gozado de una oscilante fortuna en el mundo de habla hispana, que ciertamente lo menciona mucho más de lo que lo lee. Pero su obra, a veces relegada al ámbito de la literatura infantil y juvenil, y a menudo publicada en forma de cuentos aislados y sin mayor cuidado filológico, es mucho más consecuente y extensa de lo que suele suponerse. E. T. A. Hoffmann (1776-1822), figura principal del romanticis mo alemán, cultivó sobre todo la literatura fantástica y de horror. Fue, además, un notable compositor y crítico musical, jurista, y artista plástico. En sus cuentos crea una atmósfera de pesadilla alucinante, y aborda temas como el desdoblamiento de la personalidad, la locura, y el mundo de los sueños, que ejercieron gran influencia en escritores como Edgar Allan Poe, Guy de Maupassant y Fiodor Dostoievski.

Download or read book Gay and Lesbian Themes in Latin American Writing written by David William Foster and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 1991-10-01 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A taboo subject in many cultures, homosexuality has been traditionally repressed in Latin America, both as a way of life and as a subject for literature. Yet numerous writers have attempted to break the cultural silence surrounding homosexuality, using various strategies to overtly or covertly discuss lesbian and gay themes. In this study, David William Foster examines more than two dozen texts that deal with gay and lesbian topics, drawing from them significant insights into the relationship between homosexuality and society in different Latin American countries and time periods. Foster's study includes works both sympathetic and antagonistic to homosexuality, showing the range of opinion on this topic. The preponderance of his examples come from Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico, countries with historically active gay communities, although he also includes material on other countries. Noteworthy among the authors covered are Reinaldo Arenas, Adolfo Caminha, Isaac Chocrón, José Donoso, Sylvia Molloy, Alejandra Pizarnik, and Luis Zapata. David William Foster is Regents' Professor of Spanish at Arizona State University.

Download or read book Gender and Diplomacy written by Roberta Anderson and published by Hollitzer Wissenschaftsverlag. This book was released on 2021-04-16 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book series "Diplomatica" of the Don Juan Archiv Wien researches cultural aspects of diplomacy and diplomatic history up to the nineteenth century. This second volume of the series features the proceedings of the Don Juan Archiv's symposium organized in March 2016 in cooperation with the University of Vienna and Stvdivm fÆsvlancm to discuss the topic of gender from a diplomatic-historical perspective, addressing questions of where women and men were positioned in the diplomacy of the early modern world. Gender might not always be the first topic that comes to mind when discussing international relations, but it has a considerable bearing on diplomatic issues. Scholars have not left this field of research unexplored, with a widening corpus of texts discussing modern diplomacy and gender. Women appear regularly in diplomatic contexts. As for the early modern world, ambassadorial positions were monopolized by men, yet women could and did perform diplomatic roles, both officially and unofficially. This is where the main focus of this volume lies. It features sixteen contributions in the following four "acts": Women as Diplomatic Actors, The Diplomacy of Queens, The Birth of the Ambassadress, and Stages for Male Diplomacy. Contributions are by Wolfram Aichinger | Roberta Anderson | Annalisa Biagianti | Osman Nihat Bişgin | John Condren | Camille Desenclos | Ekaterina Domnina | David García Cueto | María Concepción Gutiérrez Redondo | Armando Fabio Ivaldi | Rocío Martínez López | Laura Mesotten | Laura Oliván Santaliestra | Tracey A. Sowerby | Luis Tercero Casado | Pia Wallnig

Download or read book Sor Juana s Second Dream written by Alicia Gaspar de Alba and published by UNM Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historically accurate and beautifully written novel explores the secret inclinations, subjective desires, and political struggles of the 17th-century Mexican nun and poet.

Download or read book A New Anthology of Early Modern Spanish Theater written by Barbara Louise Mujica and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2015-01-01 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An anthology of plays from the Spanish Golden Age contains the full text of 15 plays; an introduction to each play with information about the author, the work, performance issues and current criticism; and glossaries with definitions of difficult words and concepts.

Download or read book Las mujeres y la pera written by Hélène Seydoux and published by Editorial Almuzara. This book was released on 2011-11 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hélène Seydoux establece brillantemente cómo en la ópera, más que en otras formas artísticas –literatura, teatro o cine–, las mujeres reciben el máximo privilegio al otorgar a las cantantes el mayor espacio lírico. Seydoux analiza las grandes óperas de los grandes compositores y trata de buscar un modelo emblemático femenino que sirva como referente común en el ámbito del bel canto, mientras trata de buscar paralelismos con la época, la sociedad, el momento en el que las óperas fueron creadas intentando establecer hasta que punto estas son reflejo de esas condiciones. Porque la ópera también es una interpretación del mundo. La autora, se aleja de la tesis de la musicología y ayuda al lector a descubrir (o a redescubrir) los placeres de la tragedia lírica, la comedia bufa o el drama jocular.

Download or read book Fodor s Mexico 2009 written by Fodor's and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2008 with total page 898 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides information on Mexican history and culture, and shares advice on sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment

Download or read book Cuban Studies 16 written by Carmelo Mesa-Lago and published by University of Pittsburgh Pre. This book was released on 1986-12-01 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cuban Studies has been published annually by the University of Pittsburgh Press since 1985. Founded in 1970, it is the preeminent journal for scholarly work on Cuba. Each volume includes articles in both English and Spanish, a large book review section, and an exhaustive compilation of recent works in the field.

Download or read book Short Stories by the Generation of 1898 Cuentos de la Generaci n de 1898 written by Miguel de Unamuno and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2014-05-05 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These 13 short stories by 5 authors of the era include 4 tales by Miguel de Unamuno along with the works of Valle-Inclán, Blasco Ibánez, Baroja, and "Azorín" (José Martínez Ruiz).

Download or read book Fodor s Mexico City written by Fodor’s Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2024-08-06 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to experience the lively Zócalo, wander the ruins of Teotihuacán, or visit Frida Kahlo‘s home, the local Fodor‘s travel experts in Mexico City are here to help! Fodor‘s Mexico City guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This brand-new title has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor‘s Mexico City travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 15 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “What to Eat and Drink in Mexico City”, “What to Buy in Mexico City”, “Best Museums in Mexico City”, and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “Mexico City History”, “What to Watch and Read Before You Go”, and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems SPANISH LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: the Templo Mayor, the Zócalo, the Museo Nacional de Antropología, Catedral Metropolitana, Palacio de Bellas Artes, Paseo de Reforma, La Zona Rosa, Bosque de Chapultepec, Polanco, Roma, Condesa, the Frida Kahlo Museum, Teotihuacán, Xochimilco, and more. Planning on visiting other destinations in Mexico? Check out Fodor‘s Puetro Vallarta, Fodor‘s Cancun, and Fodor‘s Los Cabos. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor‘s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us! #BBD0E0 »

Download or read book A Grammar of the Modern Spanish Language as Now Written and Spoken in the Capital of Spain written by William Ireland Knapp and published by . This book was released on 1882 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Spanish Poetry of the Golden Age written by Milton Alexander Buchanan and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 1970-12-15 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A representative selection of the best poetry of Spain's Golden Age.

Download or read book Italo Hispanic Ballad Relationships written by Alessandra Bonamore Graves and published by Tamesis. This book was released on 1986 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Death and the Doctor written by and published by Bucknell University Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book presents three versions of the Godfather/Death motif in English translations as well as the original Spanish. A desperate man makes a pact with Death in order to alleviate pain or sorrow or poverty. Death then makes him a doctor and endows him with the ability to predict life or death, and thus he feathers his nest and his fortune turns. In the end, however, Death demands its pound of flesh, and the day of reckoning arrives." "The three authors of these Death-and-the-Doctor tales are three of nineteenth-century Spain's most well-known short-story writers. Fernan Caballero [Cecilia Bohl de Faber] (1796-1877) first published "Juan Holgado y la muerte [Juan Holgado and Death]" in 1850. It stands out for its humor, relating Fernan Caballero's hapless paterfamilias attempt to escape his numerous children in order to feast on a rabbit, only to have Death, in the shape of an old woman, snatch it from his hands." "Antonio de Trueba (1819-89) first published "Tragaldabas [Glutton]" in 1867. The main characteristic of Trueba's piece is its satire and scathing portrayal, as well as condemnation, of the medical profession." ""Death's Friend" is much more ambitious than Fernan Caballero's and Trueba's tales, and in length approaches a short novel. It is essentially a love story: Gil Gil and Elena, ill-starred lovers, are reunited through divine intervention as both Elena and Death petition God on Gil Gil's behalf." "Taken together, these three Death-and-the-Doctor tales fill a void in the Godfather/Death motif of Western European literature and highlight the universality of Spain's folk tradition."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved