Spanish Literature: Clergy, Gonzalo de Berceo, Clauses
The Mester de Clerecía and Medieval Spanish Lyric
Pibal Moore defended the existence of a primitive Castilian popular lyric, transmitted orally until the fifteenth century and of a markedly native style.
Characteristics of the Mester de Clerecía
Refers both to the office of clergymen and to poetic works composed by them. It emerged in the thirteenth century and reached its peak in the sixteenth century. Monasteries and clerics had the function of teaching and transmitting culture.
- Metrics: They use
Vocabulary Builder: Definitions, Synonyms, and Antonyms
Expand your vocabulary with this list of terms, definitions, synonyms, and antonyms.
Definitions
| # | Term | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Baleful (adj.) | Having a harmful or destructive effect (Tener un efecto dañino o destructivo) |
| 2. | Bountifully (adv.) Generosamente | Generously |
| 3. | Canny (adj.) | Careful, smart, knowing (Cuidado, inteligente, sabiendo) |
| 4. | Epic (adj.) | Heroic or grand in scale or character (Heroico o gran escala o personaje) |
| 5. | Gloating (v.) Regodearse | Mocking in triumph (Burlarse de triunfo) |
| 6. | Havoc (n.) Caos | Chaos |
| 7. | Ignominious |
Ultraism, Prose, and the Evolution of Poetry in Spain
Ultraism and its Impact on Spanish Literature
By detaching poetry from the outside world in their eagerness to create an original reality, the artist moves away from any moral responsibility for that world. If the artist has no ethical or social responsibility, it is logical that art becomes a game, converted into something fun. Other inconsequential and formal innovations are the rejection of traditional meters and stanzas, replacing them with free verse; the deletion of adjectives; and the propensity
Read More15th-Century Spanish Literature: Prose and Theater
Didactic Prose in 15th-Century Spain
Fifteenth-century didactic prose continued the storytelling tradition, drawing influence from 13th-century Eastern sources, as well as classical and medieval Latin works. Collections of didactic and moralizing apologies, such as Talavera, better known as El Corbacho by Alfonso Martínez de Toledo, are prime examples. El Corbacho is known for its anti-feminist themes, reminiscent of Boccaccio’s On Earthly Love. It’s a work full of beads and stories reflecting everyday
Read MoreLatin American Literature: History, Culture, and Key Authors
Historical Context
Initially attached to the Spanish monarchy, Central and South America achieved independence. In 1898, the last Spanish colonies (Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines) were established.
Throughout the twentieth century, Latin America experienced instability, enduring authoritarian regimes and revolutions.
Culture and Society
The twentieth century presented common social circumstances: dictatorships and poverty, reflected in literary works. Writers adopted a commitment to reality,
Read MoreMaison Carrée: A Masterpiece of Roman Temple Architecture
Maison Carrée: A Study in Roman Temple Design
General Information
Architect: Unknown / Date: 16-4 BC / Material: Marble
Formal Analysis
Brief Description
The Maison Carrée is a rectangular temple elevated on a high podium.
Supporting Elements
The cell walls and Corinthian order columns provide support. The columns are attached to the wall, featuring fluted shafts and capitals adorned with acanthus leaves.
Elements Supported
The temple features an architrave system with an entablature. The frieze is a plain
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