History of Spanish and Portuguese Literature (Vol 2 of 2)

"History of Spanish and Portuguese Literature (Vol 2 of 2)" by Friedrich Bouterwek is a journey into the historical roots and blossoming of Portuguese literature. Beginning in the 12th century, the narrative illuminates the unique poetic landscape of Portugal, spotlighting figures like Gonzalo Hermiguez, Egaz Moniz, and King Diniz for their key contributions to a rising national voice, separate from Spain. Woven within are the cultural and historical threads that shaped Portugal’s literary identity, revealing the romantic spirit that defined its earliest poetic expressions and influenced generations of writers to come, focusing on language and social elements.