Fabulas de Eco, y Narciso, published in 1728, presents a collection of fables attributed to Francisco Xavier de Menezes, conde da Ericeira, and Jos Sol s Folch de Cardona, duque de Montellano. This work offers a fascinating glimpse into the literary tastes and cultural preoccupations of the Spanish-speaking world during the early 18th century. The fables, likely inspired by classical mythology, explore themes of love, identity, and transformation through the iconic figures of Echo and Narcissus.
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