Tauromaquia completa, ó sea, El arte de torear en plaza

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Montes, Francisco, 1805-1851

Language:

Spanish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Tauromaquia completa, ó sea, El arte de torear en plaza" by Francisco Montes is a comprehensive treatise on the art of bullfighting, written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the techniques, historical context, and cultural significance of bullfighting in Spain, reflecting the author's expertise as a celebrated matador. The book likely targets readers interested in the traditional Spanish spectacle of bullfighting, offering insights into its practice and evolution over time. The opening of this work sets the stage for a thorough exploration of bullfighting, beginning with a prologue from the editor that emphasizes the cultural identity and traditions of Spain. It argues that understanding a nation's character can often be achieved through its unique entertainments, such as bullfighting. The text initially outlines the origins of the practice, highlighting its significance to the nobility and its evolution into a public spectacle. The prologue showcases a blend of historical anecdotes and philosophical reflections, aiming to defend the art of bullfighting against common criticisms while establishing its esteemed place within Spanish culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif, Biblioteca Digital de la Comunidad de Madrid and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tauromaquia_completa

Reading ease score: 35.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-08-24