The Buried Mirror: Reflections on Spain and the New World - Couverture souple

Fuentes, Carlos

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0395924995 ISBN 13 : 9780395924990

Editeur : Mariner Books, 1999

Synopsis

The Buried Mirror From the mysterious cave drawings at Altamira to the explosive graffiti on the walls of East Los Angeles, images in Spain and the Americas speak to us of the astonishing richness and vitality of Spanish culture. Now Fuentes, an internationally renowned novelist and diplomat, provides a unique history of the forces that have created this remarkable culture. 157 illustrations. Full description

A propos du livre

Revue de presse :

"Drawing expertly on five centuries of the cultural history of Europe and the Americas, Fuentes seeks to capture the spirit of the new, vibrant, and enduring civilization [in the New World] that began in Spain." The Los Angeles Times

"With his considerable gifts as a narrator, Fuentes captures the sweep and drama of hispanic history . . . forceful and beautifully written." The New York Times

"His style is clear, intellectually charged, and powerfully argued, invigorated by the novelist's sense of irony, paradox, and sensuality." The Washington Post

Présentation de l'éditeur :

As the Los Angeles Times said: "Drawing expertly on five centuries of the cultural history of Europe and the Americas, Fuentes seeks to capture the spirit of the new, vibrant, and enduring civilization [in the New World] that began in Spain." Fuentes's singular success in this remarkable endeavor has made the book a classic in its field. (A Mariner Reissue).

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Mariner Books
• Date d'édition: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0395924995
• ISBN 13: 9780395924990
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 400