Description
Book SynopsisBritish representations of Spain and Portugal have often relied on persistent ideological biases, prejudices, and interpretations. This volume aims to offer a broader, more nuanced outlook on the last five hundred years of Anglo-Iberian relations. The chapters focus on relatively little-known episodes and figures in Anglo-Iberian history and cover a wide temporal span: from the sixteenth to the mid-twentieth century. They aim to look beyond the clichéd dichotomies, received ideas, and normative voices that have often charac-terised mainstream studies. Ultimately, the book seeks to expose and transcend stereotyped narratives emphasising Anglo-Spanish acrimony and contribute to mutual understanding.
Table of ContentsAnglo-Iberian relations – Spanish Dominicans – Religion – Translation – Roderigo de Cuero – Paul Rycaut – The Critick – Diplomacy – Politics – Emotions – Women writers – Gertrude Thimelby – Iberian motifs, – Ideological representations – Colonies – Darien Scheme – Scotland – Brazil – Periodicals – British travellers – Don Esteban – Reviews – Opera – Byron en Venecia
