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Modernism is not just a literary movement, but also a school of thought that proclaims a new attitude toward life. Modernists are those who advocate for the renewal of existing systems.

1.1 The Literary Modernism

Modernism emerged from Latin America around 1880, led by José Martí and Rubén Darío. This movement is governed by absolute beauty and the formal perfection of the artwork. Its roots lie in the Romantic tradition, Symbolism, and the Parnassian school of French literature, with influences from American, Italian, and English literature.

The modernist movement implies a rejection of daily and immediate reality. Faced with this situation, the writer has two alternatives:

• a) Creation of an imaginary world: Populating poems and

Luis de Góngora

Góngora's work can be divided into traditional and Italianate minor poems, and major poems. He also wrote poems for other party elders.

Traditional Poems

• Romances: Dealing with diverse issues, these can be serious or farcical.
• Letrillas: These are compositions where the end of each verse is repeated as a refrain. The issues are often ludicrous, but religious themes are also present.

Italianate Poems

Sonnets

The theme of love, in line with Renaissance writers, appears in his sonnets. Later, sonnets with themes of disillusionment and poems of circumstance emerge.

Major Poems

• The Fable of Polyphemus and Galatea: A mythological subject told in octaves.
• Soledades (Solitudes): A long poem in four parts. It is written in silvas, and its theme

Renaissance Decadence and Italian Influence

The decadence of Renaissance poetry in Catalan literature saw Spanish influence. Ausiàs March attempted to introduce metrical innovations from Italy. Pere Serafí influenced the incorporation of popular and Italian poetry. A conservative approach, counter to these trends, continued the tradition of March.

Baroque Poetry and Castilian Models

Catalan Baroque poetry was characterized by the prestigious imitation of Castilian poetic models, focusing on metrical structure and rhetorical linguistic expression. Francesc Vicent Garcia, a high representative, created contrived and elegant poetry with a strong satirical intent in his humorous and eschatological works.

The Recovery of Poetry: The Renaixença

During... Continue reading "Catalan Poetic History: Decadence, Renaixença, and Modernism" »

D & C 1caracteristicas the traditional lyric: it is one that is transmitted orally among the people. Come from the villagers that at times of rest, party, etc. .. The first lyrics Peninsular jarchas were composed in the tenth century Mozarabic, although not find words written to the fifteenth century.
Themes. The main themes are:
love-themed songs. Woman complains to an informant (mother, Erman, nature) absence of the beloved, there are different variations like the torment of a married woman against her will
-palntos or dirges. Funeral songs dedicated to the death of any person
-Maya. song for the month of May
-Albas or dawns. The sunrise is the moment when the lovers bid farewell pa no discovery, or time of meeting
-work songs and

The Generation of '27: Poets, Themes, and Literary Context

Key Authors of the Generation of '27

Pedro Salinas (1892–1951)

• Early works aligned with the pure poetry of Juan Ramón Jiménez, featuring abundant futurist elements.
• His poems reflect the anguish and inquietude caused by war.

Jorge Guillén (1893–1984)

• Maintained faith in life despite the world's difficulties.

Vicente Aleixandre (1898–1984)

• His poetry expressed a desire for fusion with nature, which he considered the only existing reality.

Federico García Lorca (1898–1936)

• Early books cover themes like love, pain, and frustration.
• Poems composed in the U.S. denounced capitalist society, which he saw as subordinate to money and power.
• A great dramatist who sought to renew Spanish theater

The Generation of '98

The Generation of '98 is the name traditionally given to a group of Spanish writers deeply affected by the political, social, and moral crisis in Spain following the military defeat in the Spanish-American War of 1898. The loss of Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines had a profound impact on the nation's psyche.

Key Authors

Authors who comprise this generation include:

• Miguel de Unamuno
• Pío Baroja
• Azorín
• Ramiro de Maeztu
• Antonio Machado
• Valle-Inclán

Cultural Context

The cultural scene in the early twentieth century was marked by a sense of hopelessness. Intellectuals of the late nineteenth century, led by Francisco Giner de los Ríos, founded the Institución Libre de Enseñanza (Free Institution of Education). This institution... Continue reading "The Generation of '98: A Literary Movement in Spain" »

Antonio Machado: Life, Work, and Influence

Born in Seville in 1875, Antonio Machado led a bohemian lifestyle in his youth. He traveled to Paris, where he met and married Leonor Izquierdo. Her early death left him in deep depression. Machado died in Collioure, France, in 1939. As he famously said, he was "a man (in the good sense of the word, good)."

Antonio Machado's Poetic Trajectory

His writing profoundly influenced subsequent Spanish lyric poetry. His work can be divided into three main stages:

• Intimate Modernism: His early compositions reflect a unique understanding of modernism, focusing on deep sentimental intimacy and romanticism.
• Concern for Castile and Spain: This stage is dominated by the Castilian landscape and a patriotic concern for

The Generation of '98 and Early 20th Century Theater

Characteristics of the Generation of '98

Most writers belonging to the Generation of '98 shared a rebellious attitude against bourgeois values. Their texts prominently feature themes such as the landscape, old cities, and national identity.

Stylistically, they advocated a return to simplicity, sincerity, and expressive, living language. Given their profound subjectivity, each writer developed a clearly distinct personal style.

Major Figures in the Generation of '98

Miguel de Unamuno (1864–1936)

His earlier books include existential reflections on time, life as a struggle, death, and descriptions of the vicissitudes of everyday life. Key early works include:

• Poetry
• Rosario lyrical
• Sonnets

In 1920,... Continue reading "Spanish Literary Modernism: '98 Generation and Early Drama" »

Latin American Political Shifts and Social Unrest

Initially, the narrative may not overtly focus on political aspects, but over time, the deep-seated discontent of workers with the Conservative Party becomes evident. People had endured enough of the injustices inflicted upon them. This widespread dissatisfaction led the working class to align with the Socialist Party. Eventually, the Socialist Party managed to gain power, achieving a significant victory. This allowed them to propose and enact just laws for everyone.

However, the Conservative Party vehemently disagreed with the left-wing government and orchestrated a coup d'état, led by Augusto Pinochet. This action received support from the United States, which was wary of Latin America becoming... Continue reading "Latin America: Political Turmoil and Magical Realism" »

The Literary Contributions of Miguel de Cervantes

Miguel de Cervantes (1547–1616) was a versatile writer who mastered various forms, including poetry, drama, and the novel. As a poet, he composed ballads and other works; as a playwright, he authored eight comedies and farces. He is widely considered the creator of the modern novel.

Key Works and Narrative Style

Significant titles include La Galatea and The Trials of Persiles and Sigismunda. His Exemplary Novels (Novelas ejemplares) are short stories that reflect Renaissance ideals, such as The Spanish Lady and The Force of Blood.

The Ingenious Hidalgo Don Quixote de la Mancha

Published in two parts, the first in 1605 and the second in 1615, Don Quixote was an instant success. Cervantes' primary... Continue reading "Miguel de Cervantes and the Literary Legacy of the Spanish Baroque" »