History of Spanish Literature, vol. 1 (of 3)

"History of Spanish Literature, vol. 1 (of 3)" by George Ticknor is a journey through Spain that uncovers influences that changed Spanish literature from the medieval times to the early modern times. This book reveals how political chaos as well as the clash between the Moors and Christian Spaniards shaped the literature of that period. The book begins with the author's preface of his travels through Spain and the many influential literary figures that he met during his travels, such as Don José Antonio Conde. It also shows the oppresion that many writers faced during Ferdinand the Seventh's reign and how this impacted their lives and the work that they produced. The novel begins with the roots of Spanish literature during the invasion of the Moors, which shows the solid groundwork for the chapters to come.