Federico García Lorca’s Theatrical Works: A Deep Dive
Federico García Lorca: A Theatrical Journey
Influences and Characteristics
Federico García Lorca’s theatrical work is influenced by various sources, including the Modernista movement (with its traditionalist stages, lyrical presence, and rural themes), Spanish classics, Shakespeare, and the Valle-Inclán puppet theater. His plays are characterized by their poetic nature, creating a total spectacle that incorporates words, music, dance, and scenography. They are also highly symbolic, using elements
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Stylistic Linear Narrative
Objectivity and Realism
Stylistic linear narrative. Objectivity and realism are characterized by an observer narrator, direct language, dialogues, and a simple style. There is also a temporary concentration.
Authors
Collective characters include Aldecoa Ignacio, Fernandez Santos, Sanchez Ferlosio, and Caballero Bonald.
The Novel of the 1960s
The publication of Tiempo de Silencio (Time of Silence) by Luis Martin Santos in 1962 started a new phase in Spanish narrative. Several
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The Carolingian Dynasty: Art, Architecture, and the Reign of Charlemagne
The Carolingian dynasty emerged during a pivotal period in European history. It traces its origins back to Charles Martel, who, in 732, served as the major domus, the highest official under the Merovingian kings. While officially the chief steward, Charles Martel held significant power, effectively representing the Merovingian dynasty. His victory at the Battle of Poitiers on October 17, 732, halted the Muslim advance in the
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Miguel de Cervantes: Life and Works
Miguel de Cervantes (1547, Alcalá de Henares) was born to a barber-surgeon father and experienced economic difficulties during his childhood in Cordoba, Seville, and Madrid. He was a disciple of López de Hoyos. In 1569, he traveled to Italy and entered the service of Cardinal Acquaviva. He then joined the army and participated in the Battle of Lepanto in 1571.
In 1575, while returning to Spain, he was captured by Barbary pirates. His family paid a ransom for his
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Poetry as a Way of Knowing
One work trend is that poetry is meant to be a way of knowing the mystery against logic and rational thought. It is an anti-realist poetry that values the creative freedom of the avant-garde and in which language becomes the protagonist. Feelings are expressed with modesty, without the poems telling the biography of the poet. Jose Angel Valente, Antonio Gamoneda, and Andres Sanchez Robaina are its main representatives. The anthology “Strange Islands”, selected by Jose Angel
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The Dawn of Turmoil: Late 19th Century Europe and Spain
The late 19th century marked a period of unprecedented splendor in Europe. The Industrial Revolution entered a new phase, with accelerated technical progress fueling an era of imperialism among the most advanced nations. Spain, however, was shaken by these imperialistic tensions. The Disaster of 1898 saw Spain lose the remnants of its former empire, causing widespread suffering, particularly among the poor who were obligated to military service.