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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPenetrating. . . . Although brief, the book ranges widely, incorporating philosophy, religion, poetry, novel, drama, art, sculpture, the art of governing, and more. This well-written volume is an excellent introduction to the period. -- J. G. Hughes, University of Toronto * CHOICE *
Table of ContentsPart 1 Political, Intellectual, and Social Contexts Chapter 2 The Spanish Decline Chapter 3 The Catholic Reformation Chapter 4 The Impact of Classical Philosophy Chapter 5 The Performance Contexts of Baroque Culture Part 6 Appearance and Reality: (1) Don Quijote Chapter 7 The Impact of Scepticism Chapter 8 El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha Part 9 Appearance and Reality: (2) El Criticon Part 10 An Art of Impact: (1) Arousing the Senses Part 11 An Art of Impact: (2) Challenging the Mind Part 12 Forming and Performing Identity: Theatre and Court Chapter 13 Theatre Chapter 14 Court Part 15 Conclusion