{"product_id":"9788496428218","title":"Don John of Austria","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDon Juan de Austria\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is a Spanish adaptation by Mariano José de Larra of the drama of the same name by Casimiro Delavigne. In it, the reader will find a romantic portrait of Don Juan de Austria, the illegitimate son of Charles I, who stands out for his charisma, courage, and diplomatic skill. Larra not only translated the text but transformed it to include critiques of the politics and society of his time, making this piece a literary and historical testimony of great value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work focuses on the figure of Don Juan de Austria, from his origins as the unrecognized son of Emperor Charles I and Barbara Blomberg to his integration into the royal family. After his father's death, he is taken in by his half-brother, King Philip II, who entrusts him with decisive military and diplomatic missions. The text explores the contrast between the brilliant, cultured, and charismatic personality of Don Juan and the gloomier, more reserved figure of Philip II. Through this adaptation, Larra introduces a critical look at the political and social upheavals of 19th-century Spain, using the character's history as a mirror for his own time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRomanticism and the idealization of the tragic hero in 19th-century literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePower relations and fraternal rivalry within the Spanish monarchy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSocial and political criticism of 19th-century Spain through theatrical adaptation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe figure of the illegitimate son and his struggle for recognition and honor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in classical Spanish theater, Romantic literature, and the work of Mariano José de Larra. It will also be of great interest to those who study the history of Spain, especially the reign of Philip II and the figure of Don Juan de Austria, as well as those who appreciate literary adaptations that combine original text with contextual critique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique vision of 19th-century Spain through the critical pen of Larra, who adapts a French romantic drama to the national reality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep and contrasting portrait of Don Juan de Austria, exploring his charisma, his military legacy, and his complex relationship with the court.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a classic play that combines historical interest with political and social reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn edition that allows one to understand how history was reinterpreted to engage with the present of that era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delavigne, Casimiro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Linkgua Ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classical texts, International relations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Theater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 174\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 205 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an edition that recovers a theatrical adaptation of great literary and historical relevance. The main value of the work lies in the dual reading it offers: on one hand, the romantic drama about the life of Don Juan de Austria; on the other, Larra's veiled critique of the Spain of his time. It is a recommended read for those looking to understand how 19th-century theater served as a vehicle for political reflection, as well as for those interested in key figures of the Hispanic monarchy from a literary perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405963583835,"sku":"9788496428218","price":15.94,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849642821.jpg?v=1781834756","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788496428218","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}