Catalan Authors: Pedrolo, Benet i Jornet, and Mira
Manuel de Pedrolo’s Theatrical Work
Manuel de Pedrolo’s work is among the most extensive and varied in contemporary Catalan literature. He cultivated virtually all genres and explored a wide variety of themes and techniques.
Between 1958 and 1963, he wrote thirteen plays primarily focused on the theme of freedom, analyzed from different angles. These works are often categorized as belonging to the Theater of the Absurd. Some of these titles include “It Was Not,” “Cruma,” and “Situation Bis.” They
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Fake News: Definition and Features
What are fake news and their main features?
Fake news involves the production, distribution, and consumption of false or misleading information through digital mediums. Main features include manipulation, disinformation, falseness, rumors, and conspiracy theories. These behaviors have existed as long as humans have communicated.
False or misleading information is produced, distributed, and consumed through digital communication technology. Fake news and disinformation
Bernini and Algardi’s Statues: Baroque Art in Rome
Bernini and Algardi’s Masterpieces
On the shorter sides of the room, there are two marble statues by Bernini, representing Urban VIII in a similar pose to his depiction in his tomb. The other statue, by A. Algardi, is derived from Bernini and represents Innocent X.
The Front of the Room (1595)
The front of the room, originating in 1595, depicts the she-wolf with Romulus and Remus, where the pastor Faustulus married Larentia. The framework is characteristic of large Baroque decorations, where large
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19th-Century Prose: Romantic Fiction
Translations into Spanish of Walter Scott. The first Romantic novelists used Catalan, initially addressing historical issues.
The Historical Novel
Popularized by authors such as Alexander Dumas and Walter Scott, it responded to the Romantic historicist fashion.
The “Fullatonesca” Novel
A genre of sentimental fiction where characters, categorized as good or bad, experience dramatic situations. They emerge victorious due to their kindness or downfall. Each plotline
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Posters: Definition and Functions
A poster is a large-format sheet of paper, printed with advertisements or notices, produced in bulk for public display.
Functions of Posters:
- Information
- Advertising or publicity
- Education
- Environmental enhancement (becoming part of the urban landscape)
- Aesthetics (created with attractive designs)
- Creativity (designing a poster is a creative endeavor)
Many posters have become art market products, sold to collectors or the general public. The poster represents a “public image”
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Pórtico de la Gloria (Santiago de Compostela)
Basic Details
- Author: Maestro Mateo
- Title: Pórtico de la Gloria
- Location: West Portico of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
- Style: Romanesque
- Chronology: 1168-1188
Brief Biography
The origin of Maestro Mateo is unknown, although it is claimed he could be French. He was one of the authors of the crypt of the cathedral and the Pórtico de la Gloria. He remained in Santiago until at least 1217, the date of the final document referring to him.
Formal Analysis
Iconography:
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