by Colin Smith · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788448703158
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The Poem of the Cid is a masterpiece of medieval Spanish literature. This epic poem narrates the exploits and vicissitudes of Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, the Cid Campeador, a Castilian hero of the 11th century. The work recounts his unjust exile, his military campaigns to regain honor and the king's favor, and his subsequent social ascent. Through its verses, themes such as honor, loyalty, justice, and courage are explored, offering a vivid portrait of the society and values of the time.
Colin M. Smith is a Zimbabwean-born British rower, Olympic silver medallist and three times an Oxford Blue. He also possesses a degree in law.
