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Five Saintetes of Ramon De La Cruz

by Ramon De La Cruz , C. E. Kany
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781025661025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 342
  • Original Price: GBP 18.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 481 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): European / Spanish & Portuguese

"Five Saintetes of Ramon De La Cruz" is a curated collection of short plays by the preeminent 18th-century Spanish dramatist Ram�3n de la Cruz. These works, known as sainetes, are celebrated for their vivid and satirical portrayal of the daily life and social customs of Madrid. Moving away from the rigid structures of classical tragedy, de la Cruz utilized these one-act pieces to capture the authentic speech, manners, and tensions of various social classes, from the common folk to the aspiring bourgeoisie.

As a master of the short dramatic form, de la Cruz populated his stage with a rich array of characters, creating a panoramic view of Spanish urban culture during the Enlightenment. The plays in this volume are noted for their realism, sharp wit, and enduring comedic value, marking a significant shift toward the modern era of European theater. This work serves as an essential primary source for those interested in the history of the performing arts and the evolution of Spanish literary traditions. Through these five representative pieces, readers gain insight into the humor and societal shifts that defined a transformative century in Spanish history.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

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