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Urbanism and Urbanity

Urbanism and Urbanity

Autor: Leigh Mercer

Número de Páginas: 215

Through the study of more than twenty novels produced in Spain from the 1840s to the 1920s, this book explores the literary means by which the social options available to modern Spanish bourgeois citizens were discursively constructed, occasionally before and often concomitantly to their production in reality. As a result, this study is concerned with the interplay of realism and reality in modern Spain. From the earliest folletines of the 1840s to the Modernist novels of the 1920s, the majority of novels written in this eighty-year period are what one might term novelas de costumbres contemporáneas, or novels of contemporary customs, and therefore primarily concerned with faithfully copying and moreover influencing real social norms in the public sphere. In these pages, I argue that the spatial and behavioral discourses in the novels of contemporary customs offer a telling history of the evolving formulation of the Spanish bourgeoisie. The linking of novels and urbanism is hardly arbitrary in the context of nineteenth-century Spain. Urbanism, particularly in the nineteenth century, was as much a verbal construction as the novel, as proven by the lengthy treatises of such...

Las alas de Ícaro

Las alas de Ícaro

Autor: Muriel Rogers

Número de Páginas: 275

En el sótano de casa, Kala ha encontrado unas alas a medio construir. Su sueño más íntimo, poder volar y escapar del Nido, parece por fin realidad. Indignada por las mentiras usadas para captarla, la Única, en quien todos ponen sus esperanzas para derrotar a la Esfera, se coloca el artefacto, salta al Abismo y vuela. Una ciudad sucia y desvencijada la espera bajo las nubes, a ras de suelo. Las alas se han hecho añicos y Kala se descubre sola y malherida en medio de un mundo que nunca antes había imaginado. Peligros insospechados y personajes variopintos rodean a la Única mientras, a tres kilómetros sobre su cabeza, la Mano Abierta ingenia un nuevo plan para rescatarla y seguir luchando contra el Poder. LA TRILOGÍA QUE CAMBIARÁ LAS REGLAS DEL JUEGO

New Spanish and English nautical, maritime and technical dictionary

New Spanish and English nautical, maritime and technical dictionary

Autor: Alfred Lutschaunig

Número de Páginas: 169

Reprint of the original, first published in 1869.

Geometridae Ibericae

Geometridae Ibericae

Autor: Victor M. Redondo , Javier Gaston , Ramon Gimeno

Número de Páginas: 361

This book covers the whole of Geometrid moths fauna of mainland Spain and Portugal including the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza). In the systematic part, the text for each species is divided into the following paragraphs: Wingspan; Diagnosis; Biology; Distribution; Comments. The photographed colour plates illustrate all species apart from a very few where it has not been possible to obtain material. Most species are illustrated in several specimens. The genitalia illustrations are line drawings and cover the species where the genitalias may be useful for the identification. The book is the first ever to cover the entire Iberian Geometrid fauna. It is a big step forward and a fine supplement to The Geometrid Moths of Europe, both for those with a special interest in Iberian Geometridae as for those with a more general interest in European species. The text is fully bilingual Spanish-English.

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Las alas de la pantera

Autor: Carlos Puerto

Número de Páginas: 127

"De la pantera, ni rastro. Sin embargo, ¿por dónde podria haberse escabullido si la juala permanecia cerrada con un grueso candado? En el Gran Circo de Manchuria nadie parecía saber nada. Ni Azul, la trapecista, ni su padre, Seiji Khan; ni, por supuesto, Bela, el tragafuegos Zampiro o la sirena Lorelei ..."--Cover.

Chronicle of King Pedro

Chronicle of King Pedro

Autor: Pedro López De Ayala

Número de Páginas: 1147

This three-volume edition of the Chronicle of King Pedro is a compelling and richly informative account of the turbulent reign of the notorious but enigmatic fourteenth-century Castilian monarch known as Pedro el Cruel. The clear and lively translation is accompanied by a Spanish text taken from Germán Orduna's groundbreaking edition and by a detailed introduction and extensive notes.

Plunkett's Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac 2008: Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

Plunkett's Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac 2008: Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

Autor: Plunkett Research Ltd

Número de Páginas: 498

Contains a market research guide to the travel and tourism industry, including airlines, hotels, tour operators; travel agencies; E-commerce firms, cruise lines and car rentals. This book is useful for competitive intelligence, strategic planning, employment searches, or financial research.

Disappearances in Mexico

Disappearances in Mexico

Autor: Silvana Mandolessi , Katia Olalde Rico

Número de Páginas: 217

This volume presents an interdisciplinary analysis of the practice of disappearances in Mexico, from the period of the so-called ‘dirty war’ to the current crisis of disappearances associated with the country’s ‘war on drugs’, during which more than 80,000 people have disappeared. The volume brings together contributions by distinguished scholars from Mexico, Argentina and Europe, who focus their chapters on four broad axes of enquiry. In Part I, chapters examine the phenomenon of disappearances in its historical and present-day forms, and the struggles for memory around the disappeared in Mexico with reference to Argentina. Part II addresses the political dimensions of disappearances, focusing on the specificities that this practice acquires in the context of the counterinsurgency struggle of the 1970s and the so-called ‘war on drugs’. The third section situates the issue within the framework of human rights law by examining the conceptual and legal aspects of disappearances. The final chapters explore the social movement of the relatives of the disappeared, showing how their search for disappeared loved ones involves bodily and affective experiences as well as...

LOS IMPERIOS DEL MUNDO Y EL ÚLTIMO REINO

LOS IMPERIOS DEL MUNDO Y EL ÚLTIMO REINO

Autor: Alfonso J Jiménez

Número de Páginas: 327

En "Los imperios del mundo y el ultimo reino", vas a encontrar los tesoros escondidos y los secretos ocultos que operaron a lo largo de la historia antigua, en cada uno de los personajes de los grandes imperios del mundo.Este libro es un regalo de amor para tu vida en estos tiempos y en los venideros, de tal modo que desde el primer momento en que empieces la lectura, emprenderas un viaje de transformacion al mundo antiguo, y veras como el Creador ha estado vigente y presente en la vida de todos esos grandes personajes de la historia, hasta ser impulsados a la gobernabilidad; de igual manera, te sorprenderas como El va a estar presente en tu vida, para que puedas comprender el proposito especial para el que fuiste creado.Preparate a emprender el viaje a traves del tiempo, porque el pasado, el presente y el futuro estan en las manos de tu Creador, y tu puedes acceder a El, de modo que puedas comprender acerca del tiempo que estamos viviendo, y de todo lo que viene.De tal modo que este libro, sera para cada uno de ustedes un proceso de vida, por el que sus corazones llegaran a ser transformados, tal y como lo hizo con todas las personas a quienes El llamo y preparo en los tiempos...

70 Latidos Del Corazón

70 Latidos Del Corazón

Autor: Jos Ngel Arellano D. Az , Jose Angel Arellano Diaz

Número de Páginas: 89

70 latidos del corazón Es un libro de poesías donde se expresan emociones, sentimientos y fantasías que quizá cualquier ser humano experimente. Son vivencias convertidas en letras convertidas en poesía, son 70 latidos de un corazón. Es amor y desamor, es solo una forma mas de expresión donde esperemos te encuentres identificado. 70 latidos del corazón es un libro donde expreso mis ideas locas, es mi primer proyecto terminado. Espero les guste.

Chocolate para el corazon de la Mujer

Chocolate para el corazon de la Mujer

Autor: Kay Allenbaugh

Número de Páginas: 310

¡Dese el gusto de comer más chocolate! El amor, como el chocolate, llega a nosotros en muchas variedades: puro y sencillo, sabroso y complicado, dulce y agridulce, y siempre memorable. Ahora, la creadora del éxito de librería Chocolate para el alma de la mujer nos sirve 77 deliciosas “historias de chocolate,” relatos de la vida real que celebran las muchas formas en que expresamos nuestro amor. Estas historias, que rinden honor al poder del amor sin condiciones, le darán fortaleza y le ensenarán una lección de valor cuando lea acerca de mujeres confrontadas con situaciones trascendentales de sus vidas. Se deleitará con una reflexión acerca de la relación perfecta, siempre tan difícil de encontrar, y se sentirá reconfortada con historias acerca de la generosidad del espíritu humano. Como el chocolate más exquisito, estos relatos inspiradores elevaran su espíritu, le darán nuevo ímpetu a su corazón y sosegaran su alma.

Historical Dictionary of Spanish Cinema

Historical Dictionary of Spanish Cinema

Autor: Alberto Mira

Número de Páginas: 603

Historical Dictionary of Spanish Cinema covers Spanish cinema, its treasures its constant attempts to break through internationally, reaching out towards universal themes and conventions, and the specific obstacles and opportunities that have shaped the careers of filmmakers and stars. This book contains a chronology, an introduction, an appendix and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 200 cross-referenced entries on titles, movements, filmmakers and performers, and genres (such as homosexuality, nuevo cine español or horror). This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Spanish cinema.

Plunkett's Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac

Plunkett's Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac

Autor: Jack W. Plunkett

Número de Páginas: 494

The travel industry has been through exceptional upheaval and change. Plunkett's Airline, Hotel & Travel Industry Almanac will be your complete guide to this fascinating industry. After reeling from the effects of the September 11, 2001 tragedies, the travel business is now emerging as a more streamlined, efficient and focused industry. Many of the biggest, most successful firms are becoming extremely global in nature. Meanwhile, most airlines are struggling to return to profitability, while low-cost providers Southwest Airlines and JetBlue continue to set the standard for air travel. Deregulation is opening up huge travel markets in India and China. On the hotel side, massive management firms, development companies and real estate investment trusts are gaining in scale and influence. The booking of travel online is perhaps the most successful niche of all of the world's e-commerce efforts. Consumers use the Internet to become better informed and to seek bargains. Online sites like Travelocity, Priceline and Orbitz steer millions of consumers toward specific airlines and hotels in a manner that lowers prices and improves satisfaction among consumers. The exciting new reference...

Plunkett's Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry Almanac

Plunkett's Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics Industry Almanac

Autor: Jack W. Plunkett

Número de Páginas: 687

Covers various trends in supply chain and logistics management, transportation, just in time delivery, warehousing, distribution, inter modal shipment systems, logistics services, purchasing and advanced technologies such as RFID. This book includes one page profiles of transportation, supply chain and logistics industry firms.

A Companion to Spanish Cinema

A Companion to Spanish Cinema

Autor: Bernard P. E. Bentley

Número de Páginas: 534

This volume offers a detailed chronological account of the history of Spanish cinema.

Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series

Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series

Autor: Library Of Congress. Copyright Office

Número de Páginas: 868
Neuman and Baretti's Dictionary of the Spanish and English Languages ...

Neuman and Baretti's Dictionary of the Spanish and English Languages ...

Autor: Henry Neuman

Número de Páginas: 734
Dictionary of the Spanish and English Language

Dictionary of the Spanish and English Language

Autor: Henry Neuman , Giuseppe Marco Antonio Barretti

Número de Páginas: 730
Ethnic Music on Records

Ethnic Music on Records

Autor: Richard K. Spottswood

Número de Páginas: 762

This impressive compilation offers a nearly complete listing of sound recordings made by American minority artists prior to mid-1942. Organized by national group or language, the seven-volume set cites primary and secondary titles, composers, participating artists, instrumentation, date and place of recording, master and release numbers, and reissues in all formats. Because of its clear arrangements and indexes, it will be a unique and valuable tool for music and ethnic historians, folklorists, and others.

Cómo Dibujar Todo para Principiantes

Cómo Dibujar Todo para Principiantes

Autor: James Manning

Número de Páginas: 202

Come Disegnare Tutto per Principianti Sblocca la creatività di tuo figlio e osserva crescere la sua fiducia con Come Disegnare Tutto per Principianti! Immagina questo: tuo figlio che corre da te, traboccante di entusiasmo, pronto a mostrarti il suo ultimo disegno. Cosa potrebbe essere più gratificante che condividere la sua gioia e creatività? Questo libro non è solo una guida al disegno—è una porta verso esperienze condivise inestimabili e momenti significativi. Il Dr. James P. Manning, autore premiato noto per il suo stile di insegnamento chiaro e accessibile, ha creato questa guida specificamente per bambini dai 7 agli 11 anni. Progettato per rendere il disegno divertente e senza frustrazioni, questo libro include tutto ciò di cui tuo figlio ha bisogno per avere successo. Attraverso istruzioni coinvolgenti passo dopo passo, illustrazioni chiare e tutorial video collegati, tuo figlio può sviluppare le sue capacità artistiche al proprio ritmo. Cosa c’è dentro questo libro? Questo non è il solito libro “apri-una-pagina-e-disegna”. Ogni capitolo è progressivo, aumentando gradualmente in complessità affinché tuo figlio costruisca abilità e fiducia con ogni...

Modern Graphics Communication

Modern Graphics Communication

Autor: Frederick Ernest Giesecke

Número de Páginas: 674

This completely rewritten adaptation of Giesecke utilizes an abundance of hands-on activities and clear step-by-step descriptions to teach users freehand sketching and visualization skills for engineering graphics. The eighth edition features reorganized, consolidated coverage of Solid Modeling, new drawing problems, and fully proofed drawings. Other chapter topics include design and graphic communication, introduction to cad and solid modeling, freehand sketching and lettering techniques, geometric construction and modeling basics, multi-view sketching and projection, pictorial sketching, sectional views, dimensioning, and tolerancing, For individuals interested in the fields of technical drawing and engineering graphics.

Adhd or Dyslexia? Resilient Parents. Resilient Children

Adhd or Dyslexia? Resilient Parents. Resilient Children

Autor: Katharine Aranda Vollmer

Número de Páginas: 217

This book is written with all my love to share what I, from my own experience, have had to live as a mother, teacher and Davis® facilitator. As I listen to other parents tell me about their journeys through therapies, doctors and diagnoses, I realize how much the stories and concerns coincide when one of our children begins to have learning difficulties, be it attention deficit, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, hyperactivity, or ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). As parents, we want to help them, however, the fact of having educational knowledge or even being an expert in the subject does not exempt us from being completely in hands of doctors, therapists, teachers and school directors, and be subject to their guidance.

The Umbrella

The Umbrella

Autor: Guy De Maupassant

Número de Páginas: 105

Immerse yourself in the charming and humorous world of ""The Umbrella"" by Guy De Maupassant. This delightful short story centers around an umbrella and the series of events that unfold due to its presence. Maupassant’s narrative explores themes of chance, human nature, and the quirks of everyday life. De Maupassant masterfully combines humor and observational insight, using the umbrella as a catalyst for a series of comedic and ironic situations. The story offers a lighthearted yet insightful look at the ways in which ordinary objects can influence our lives and interactions. ""The Umbrella"" is perfect for readers who enjoy humorous and cleverly constructed narratives. Ideal for those who appreciate Guy De Maupassant’s ability to find humor and significance in the mundane.

Renovacion

Renovacion

Autor: Susi Calvo

Número de Páginas: 159

Este libro trata sobre un ángel que busca respuestas. Conecta con diferentes entidades para conocer cual es su misión. En la medida en que pasas las páginas, experimentas la sensación de viajar con él a otros mundos. Conocerás algo más del mundo angélico y profundizaras en el tuyo. Susi Calvo, nacida en Barcelona, España. Canaliza entidades de Alta Frecuencia desde 1987. Trabaja con los ángeles en cursos y sesiones privadas y recibe instrucciones de una entidad de Sirio, impartiendo sus cursos por todo el planeta. Este es el segundo libro de la colección "MIS CUADERNOS DE PRACTICAS", en el que entidades de niveles superiores comparten sus vivencias con nosotros. Querido lector, toma lápiz y papel cada vez que leas uno de estos cuadernos de prácticas, porque a través de ellos recibirás pautas para avanzar y conectar con tu Yo Superior.

Aunt Tula

Aunt Tula

Autor: Miguel De Unamuno

Número de Páginas: 251

Aunt Tula (La tia Tula), published in 1921, is one of the few novels written by Miguel de Unamuno to centre on a female protagonist. It is a vivid, nuanced portrait of the intelligent, wilful and yet vulnerable Tula. Despite having no biological children of her own, the unmarried Tula becomes the primary maternal figure for successive generations of children; some related to her, others not. Her chaste maternity is presented as a complex response to her long-held, self-sacrificing romantic love for her brother-in-law, her antipathy for the submissive role expected of bourgeois married women, and Tula's fear of her own physicality. Julia Biggane's translation captures the accessibility of style and richness of literary substance in the original, and the introduction equips the reader with an understanding of the text's wider material contexts and historical significance. Of special interest is the novel's representation of womanhood and maternity, itself inflected by wider social changes in countries across Western Europe and Russia during the first two decades of the 20th century.

The Mask

The Mask

Autor: Guy De Maupassant

Número de Páginas: 146

Delve into the suspenseful and psychological narrative of ""The Mask"" by Guy De Maupassant. This captivating short story revolves around a mysterious mask and its unsettling influence on those who encounter it. Maupassant’s narrative explores themes of identity, deception, and the supernatural, creating a tense and thought-provoking atmosphere. De Maupassant masterfully builds suspense and intrigue, using the mask as a symbol of deeper psychological and existential concerns. The story examines the effects of concealment and the fear of what lies beneath the surface. ""The Mask"" is perfect for readers who enjoy psychological thrillers and supernatural elements. Ideal for those who appreciate Guy De Maupassant’s ability to craft suspenseful and eerie tales.

AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2025: Prep Book with 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice

AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2025: Prep Book with 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice

Autor: Barron's Educational Series , Daniel Paolicchi , Alice G. Springer

Número de Páginas: 361

Be prepared for exam day with Barron’s. Trusted content from AP experts! Barron’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2025 includes in‑depth content review and online audio and practice. It’s the only book you’ll need to be prepared for exam day. Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron’s‑‑all content is written and reviewed by AP experts Build your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent exam Get a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day‑‑it’s like having a trusted tutor by your side Be Confident on Exam Day Sharpen your test‑taking skills with 5 full‑length practice tests‑‑2 in the book and 3 more online–plus detailed answer explanations Boost your confidence by reviewing helpful strategies for answering all questions that involve print and/or audio texts Reinforce your learning by tackling Reading Comprehension and Listening Comprehension practice exercises and reviewing the accompanying answers and explanations Strengthen your ability to write and speak Spanish with advice for writing email replies, writing an argumentative essay, carrying on a conversation, and making cultural...

La Biblia: Hebreo-Transliteración-Traducción: 3 Segmentos de Línea

La Biblia: Hebreo-Transliteración-Traducción: 3 Segmentos de Línea

Autor: Pedro D. Garcia

Número de Páginas: 3682

La Biblia (Antiguo y Nuevo Testamento) en segmentos de 3 líneas: hebreo original, transliteración al inglés y traducción al inglés. Perfecto para hebreo de nivel principiante, intermedio y avanzado. Incluye una clave para las vocales hebreas y la pronunciación de letras y una guía de números de capítulos hebreos, libros del índice de páginas de la Biblia. Para seguir el audio en hebreo, visite el sitio web proporcionado en la primera página de este libro electrónico. Este libro solo está disponible en forma de libro electrónico como toda la Biblia en conjunto. Para la versión de bolsillo, vea los 7 libros separados: Torá, Neviim 1 de 2 y 2 de 2, Ketuvim 1 de 2 y 2 de 2, y Habrit Hachadashah (El Nuevo Testamento) 1 de 2 y 2 de 2, todos con "traducción de transliteración hebrea" detrás de sus nombres, todo por Pedro D. Garcia en amazon.

AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium

AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium

Autor: Daniel Paolicchi , Alice G. Springer

Número de Páginas: 497

Always study with the most up-to-date prep! Look for AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2022-2023, ISBN 9781506278452, on sale January 4, 2022. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from third-party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitles included with the product.

Elihu Root Collection of United States Documents Relating to the Philippine Islands

Elihu Root Collection of United States Documents Relating to the Philippine Islands

Número de Páginas: 694
AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2022-2023: 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice

AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2022-2023: 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice

Autor: Daniel Paolicchi , Alice G. Springer

Número de Páginas: 497

Be prepared for exam day with Barron’s. Trusted content from AP experts! Barron’s AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium: 2022-2023 includes in-depth content review and online practice and audio. It’s the only book you’ll need to be prepared for exam day. Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP experts Build your understanding with comprehensive review tailored to the most recent exam Get a leg up with tips, strategies, and study advice for exam day--it’s like having a trusted tutor by your side Be Confident on Exam Day Sharpen your test-taking skills with 5 full-length practice tests--2 in the book and 3 more online Strengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all Units on the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam Reinforce your learning with practice by tackling the review questions at the end of each chapter Online Practice Continue your practice with 3 full-length practice tests on Barron’s Online Learning Hub Simulate the exam experience with a timed test option Gain confidence with scoring to check your learning progress Practice by listening to spoken Spanish with authentic audio passages for...

AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2024: 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice

AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2024: 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice

Autor: Daniel Paolicchi , Alice G. Springer

Número de Páginas: 497

Always study with the most up-to-date prep! Look for AP Spanish Language and Culture Premium, 2025: Prep Book with 5 Practice Tests + Comprehensive Review + Online Practice, ISBN 9781506291710, on sale July 2, 2024. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from third-party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entities included with the product.

Shades of Gray

Shades of Gray

Autor: Bill Gray

Número de Páginas: 196

SHADES OF GRAY-INTO THE LIGHT is a journey. A collection of stories told in poetic verse and prose of the layers of the human spirit. Stories of life and love and joys and sorrows chronicled by dates in random order taken from events in life. Stories of fact and fiction beginning in DARKSHADES before migrating through the MEDIUMSHADES of life into the eventuality of LIGHTSHADES where hope alwayssprings eternalwhen willing souls refuse to give into anything less than they deserve. SHADES of GRAY-INTO THE LIGHT is a story of change! A story of facing challenges head on that we sometimescreate ourselves as life hands them to usallowing us to make the choices that dictate where our lives willgo. We stand on the threshfold of change where hopes rewards are but a few steps away as long as we dare to dream!

A N G E L- L O G I a

A N G E L- L O G I a

Autor: Abel Serrano

Número de Páginas: 657

Tal vez algunos lectores se preguntarán porque se me ocurrió producir un libro de los ángeles, para contestar su curiosidad le diré que en una noche de viernes cuando caminé, en el campo, desde la casa de mi abuela hasta la Iglesia donde me tocaba predicar, como estaba lluvioso no asistió ni un solo miembro. (Iglesia Vertientes, Baracoa Cuba). Yo decidí quedarme en la Iglesia en vigilia y oración y en la madrugada tuve una visión de cuatro ángeles sobre la Iglesia. Su piel era muy rosada y sus vestidos eran como de seda que la brisa lo movía suavemente. Después de esa experiencia los hermanos por si solo se hicieron la decisión de no faltar a los cultos, parece que lo siguen cumpliendo, porque después de 28 años de ausencia yo le volví a visitar y el mismo día, sin anuncio, ni aviso la Iglesia estaba llena, gracias a DIOS, todo sea para su honra y su gloria y era domingo en la tarde. Lo segundo y último porque produje este material es que he examinado en varios países algunas producciones sobre los ángeles y la mayoría no se ajustan a la Palabra de Dios. Puedo garantizar que este es el documento más extenso que se ha producido sobre este tema, pues es el...

Praying to Portraits

Praying to Portraits

Autor: Adam Jasienski

Número de Páginas: 426

In Praying to Portraits, art historian Adam Jasienski examines the history, meaning, and cultural significance of a crucial image type in the early modern Hispanic world: the sacred portrait. Across early modern Spain and Latin America, people prayed to portraits. They prayed to “true” effigies of saints, to simple portraits that were repainted as devotional objects, and even to images of living sitters depicted as holy figures. Jasienski places these difficult-to-classify image types within their historical context. He shows that rather than being harbingers of secular modernity and autonomous selfhood, portraits were privileged sites for mediating an individual’s relationship to the divine. Using Inquisition records, hagiographies, art-theoretical treatises, poems, and plays, Jasienski convincingly demonstrates that portraiture was at the very center of broader debates about the status of images in Spain and its colonies. Highly original and persuasive, Praying to Portraits profoundly revises our understanding of early modern portraiture. It will intrigue art historians across geographical boundaries, and it will also find an audience among scholars of architecture,...

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