20th Century World Poetry Translation Series - Selected Poems of Antonio Machado

Author: Antonio Machado
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Publish Date: 2002-07-01
Features: As a major representative writer of the Spanish literary movement "Generation of 98," Machado was deeply concerned with the fate of Spain. He poured his love for his homeland and his compassion for humanity into his poetic works. Castile – the soul of Spain became the theme he sang and praised. He regarded the changes in the nature of Castile, from decay to revival, as a symbol of Spain's decline and subsequent rejuvenation.