Mariano José de Larra: A Directory of Historical Personages (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780820419312)

Throughout the decades following the death of Mariano José de Larra, scholars have been intrigued by the impact that both the man and his writings have had on generation after generation of Spanish and Latin American writers. This study looks at the genesis of Larra's genius by carefully tabulating and identifying his sources in literature and history. This important resource book will help Larra scholars understand more completely the intricate and complex system of images, allusions and references Fígaro used to compose his more than 250 newspaper articles. More importantly, the work provides yet another clue to understanding the thoughts, ideas and beliefs of a man whose influence continues to exert itself on Spanish letters.

Author: Alvin Sherman Jr
ISBN-10: 0820419311
ISBN-13: 9780820419312
Publisher: Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publi
Language: English
Published: 05/01/1993
Pages: 552
Format: Hardcover