An Essay On The Life And Genius Of Calderon (1880)

""An Essay On The Life And Genius Of Calderon"" is a book written in 1880 by Richard Chenevix Trench. It is a detailed analysis of the life and works of the Spanish playwright Pedro Calderon de la Barca. Trench explores Calderon's background, his education, and his career as a writer. He also examines the themes and styles of Calderon's plays, including his use of symbolism, his exploration of religious and philosophical ideas, and his portrayal of human relationships. Trench's analysis is informed by his extensive knowledge of Spanish literature and culture, and he provides a nuanced and insightful assessment of Calderon's place in the canon of Spanish literature. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Spanish literature, theater, and culture, as well as for scholars of drama and literary criticism.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.