Granada, Poema Oriental, precedido de la Leyenda de al-Hamar, Tomo 1 by Zorrilla
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"Granada, Poema Oriental, precedido de la Leyenda de al-Hamar, Tomo 1" by José Zorrilla is a poetic narrative work written in the late 19th century. This piece captures the beauty and mystique of Granada, delving into its history and culture through the figure of Al-hamar, a Nazarite prince who embodies the spirit of this enchanting city. The text combines elements of legend and personal reflection, establishing a rich tapestry that intertwines the
personal and the historical. The opening of the poem introduces the reader to the author's intention and background, highlighting how despite its previous acclaim, the work has become relatively rare and almost forgotten over time. Zorrilla reflects on the influences that led him to create this narrative, acknowledging the grandeur of Granada and the historical significance of the Alhambra as he sets out to evoke the romance and challenges of the past. It establishes a tone of nostalgia and reverence, pledging to transport readers into a dreamlike exploration of both the architectural wonders and the cultural essence of Granada, as experienced through the eyes of its storied inhabitants. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Zorrilla, José, 1817-1893 |
|---|---|
| Title | Granada, Poema Oriental, precedido de la Leyenda de al-Hamar, Tomo 1 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Granada._Poema_oriental |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlos Colón, University of California and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Granada (Spain) -- History -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55480 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 431 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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