Hispanism In France From Morel-Fatio To The Present: Circa 1875-1950

By Albert Cecile Coutu

Book Overview

""Hispanism in France From Morel-Fatio to the Present: Circa 1875-1950"" is a comprehensive study of the cultural and intellectual relationship between France and Spain during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Albert Cecile Coutu, the book explores the development of Hispanism in France, a movement that sought to deepen the understanding and appreciation of Spanish culture, literature, and language among French scholars and intellectuals. The book begins with an examination of the work of French Hispanist Charles Morel-Fatio, who was instrumental in establishing the study of Spanish literature and culture in France. From there, Coutu traces the evolution of Hispanism in France, exploring the contributions of key figures such as Marcelino Menendez y Pelayo, Am�����rico Castro, and Jacques Maritain. Throughout the book, Coutu explores the complex relationship between France and Spain, highlighting the ways in which political and cultural tensions shaped the development of Hispanism in France. He also examines the impact of Hispanism on French literature and intellectual life, showing how the movement influenced the work of writers such as Paul Val�����ry, Andr����� Gide, and Jean-Paul Sartre. Overall, ""Hispanism in France From Morel-Fatio to the Present: Circa 1875-1950"" provides a detailed and nuanced account of the development of Hispanism in France, shedding light on the complex cultural and intellectual exchanges that took place between these two countries during a critical period in their histories.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428653759
• ISBN13: 9781428653757
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"