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  • The supernatural in early Spanish literature

    by Frank Callcott ...
    Frank Callcott's exploration of the supernatural in early Spanish literature delves into the rich tapestry of myth, folklore, and religious beliefs that shaped the narratives of the time. His analysis reveals how supernatural elements were not merely decorative but served as crucial components in the storytelling process, reflecting societal fears, hopes, and moral lessons. By examining various ... Read more

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  • The Supernatural in Early Spanish Literature: Studied in the Works of the Court of Alfonso X, el Sabio

    by Frank Callcott ...
    The human mind is always interested in those things that it can not understand; as soon, however, as the problem has been solved it is no longer an absorbing subject of attention. When a sleight-of-hand feat has been explained we turn with renewed zest to something else and revive our former interest only to mystify or amuse some friend. The unsolved problem, on the other hand, will grip our ... Read more

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  • The supernatural in early Spanish literature

    Studied in the works of the court of Alfonso X, el Sabio

    by Frank Callcott ...
    In "The Supernatural in Early Spanish Literature," Frank Callcott meticulously explores the intricate tapestry of supernatural elements woven into the fabric of Spanish literary traditions from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Through a critical lens, Callcott delves into the theological underpinnings and cultural contexts that shaped the depiction of the supernatural, highlighting texts such ... Read more

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  • History of Spanish and Portuguese Literature (Vol. 1&2) (Annotated)

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  • Four Plays of Gil Vicente

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  • The Study of Spanish and Portuguese Literature

    by Friedrich Bouterwek ...
    Translated by Thomasina Ross ...
    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, ... Read more

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  • History of Spanish and Portuguese Literature (Complete)

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  • Mad for God

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  • The Literary Mind of Medieval and Renaissance Spain

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    The twelve essays in this fiorilegio of the work of Otis H. Green afford a representative view of the thought and scholarship of one of the world's foremost Hispanists. In each of them is developed some important facet of the intellectual milieu of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, reflecting Otis Green's life-long and wide-ranging quest for evidence that would broaden our understanding of those ... Read more

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  • Dreams of Waking

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  • Las Mocedades De Rodrigo

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