Claros varones de Castilla, y Letras by Fernando del Pulgar
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"Claros varones de Castilla, y Letras" by Fernando del Pulgar is a historical account likely written in the late 15th century. This work serves as a biographical collection dedicated to the illustrious men of Castile, offering insights into their lives and achievements. Through its pages, it aims to honor notable figures from the region, reflecting on their virtues, accomplishments, and the impact they had on Spanish history. At the start of "Claros
varones de Castilla, y Letras," the author introduces himself, revealing his role as a chronicler to the Catholic Monarchs, Fernando and Isabel. He expresses a desire to document and celebrate the exploits of distinguished men from Castile, identifying the lack of comprehensive biographies about them in historical texts. The narrative begins to detail various notable figures, starting with the life and reign of King Enrique IV, highlighting his noble qualities, his challenges in ruling, and insights into his character. Additionally, Pulgar notes the king's marriages and political relationships, setting the stage for a rich exploration of the lives that followed, emphasizing their remarkable contributions and legacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pulgar, Fernando del, 1436?-1492 |
|---|---|
| Title | Claros varones de Castilla, y Letras |
| Credits |
Produced by Nahum Maso i Carcases, Ramón Pajares Box and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (Biblioteca Nacional de España.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 45.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | DP: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Spain, Portugal |
| Subject | Nobility -- Spain -- Biography -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Spain -- History -- 711-1516 -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61339 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 490 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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