Nature of Spanish Society
Write a paper on the nature of Spanish society from a provided play
– 7 pages total
– Include 5 or more quotes from the included sources (CITATION IS NEEDED AFTER EVERY USE OF SOURCE, QUOTE OR NOT)
– Double-spaced
– 12pt font
– Times New Roman
– NO OUTSIDE SOURCES ARE ALLOWED
– Pick only ONE of the three plays (Your choice)
PROMPT:
A close reading of one of the plays assigned (Fuenteovejuna, Life is a dream, The Trickster of Seville). What do these plays tell you about the nature of Spanish society, about its values, social mores, expectations, political culture? Explain in detail. This assignment is NOT a summary of the play, but an attempt to use literature as a historical source.
Answer previewThe play, Life is a Dream by Calderon is a significant fabulous tale that demonstrates the personal battle to the establishment of destiny in Spain in the 17th century. It shows the political climate of the Monarchy where the throne was passed from one generation to the next within the same family. Recognition of the rulership of the gods was also significantly upheld in the history of Spain with the Oracle determining the destiny of Segismundo through a prophecy that he would kill the king his father to take the throne by force. Clotaldo tells Segismundo that, ‘before your birth, you died by heaven decree.’ (Calderon, p. 415). …
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