Description
UNAMUNO AND US
Book summary
This collective work brings together a set of readings and analyses surrounding the figure and work of Miguel de Unamuno, carried out by renowned specialists from both Spain and Latin America. The volume offers a profound and multidimensional exploration of Unamunian thought, addressing its relevance in literary, philosophical, political, and religious spheres. The reader will find a rigorous study that unveils the complexity and contemporaneity of one of the most influential intellectuals of the Spanish Silver Age.
What is it about?
The book is structured as a dialogue between diverse academic perspectives that analyze Unamuno's work from different angles. It examines his contributions to literature and narrative, his profound philosophical reflection on existence, faith, and immortality, as well as his commitment to social and political thought. The authors explore how Unamuno's legacy continues to be a source of inspiration and debate, connecting his concerns with contemporary issues. Through these complementary readings, a multifaceted portrait is constructed of an author who never ceased to challenge his time and our own.
Main themes
- Analysis of the literary and philosophical work of Miguel de Unamuno.
- The relevance of Unamunian thought in the current context.
- The relationship between faith, reason, and existential angst in his work.
- Unamuno's political and social commitment and his critique of modernity.
- The reception and influence of Unamuno on both sides of the Atlantic.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at students, teachers, and researchers of literature, philosophy, political science, and the humanities in general. It is also of great interest to well-educated readers who wish to delve into Unamuno's thought beyond superficial interpretations, as well as to those interested in the intellectual debate of 20th-century Spain and its international projection.
What this book contributes
- An updated and multidisciplinary vision of Unamuno's legacy, provided by top-tier specialists.
- A rigorous analysis that connects the author's concerns with today's philosophical and social debates.
- A comparative perspective that integrates the interpretations of Hispanic and Latin American criticism.
- An academic reference tool for the in-depth study of a capital figure of Hispanic culture.
Technical data
- Author: MORENO ROMO, JUAN CARLOS
- Publisher: ANTHROPOS EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: LITERATURE AND LITERARY STUDIES, LITERARY STUDIES: GENERAL, HUMANITIES, SOCIAL AND POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION AND BELIEFS
- Collection: NO COLLECTION
- Publication date: September 2011
- Number of pages: 304
- Weight: 332 g
Editorial review
This is a collective work of high academic standing that offers a rigorous and plural approach to the figure of Unamuno. The selection of contributors from both sides of the Atlantic guarantees a richness of perspectives that enriches the study. It is an especially valuable book for those seeking an updated and profound analysis, far from simplifications, which demonstrates the capacity of Unamunian thought to continue generating pertinent questions and reflections.