An Essay On Spanish Literature

""An Essay On Spanish Literature"" by Angel Anaya is a comprehensive historical account of Spanish literature from the 12th century to the early 19th century. The book begins with an introduction to the development of Spanish literature and the various cultural and historical factors that influenced it. It then proceeds to discuss the major literary movements and genres in Spanish literature, including poetry, drama, and prose.The author provides detailed analysis and commentary on the works of major Spanish writers, such as Miguel de Cervantes, Lope de Vega, and Garcilaso de la Vega, among others. He also explores the influence of other cultures on Spanish literature, such as the Arabic and Jewish cultures that were present in Spain during the Middle Ages.Throughout the book, Anaya offers insights into the social, political, and cultural contexts in which Spanish literature was produced, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of Spanish literature and history. The book was originally published in 1818 and has since become a classic work in the field of Spanish literary history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.