José Ignacio Javier, Oriol de Espronceda

1808 - 1842, Romanticism

Key Points
  • Spain most remarkable sample of Spanish Romanticism poetry

  • Rebellious spirit of his youth grew in the context of the Spanish wars against Napoleon

  • Unconditional search for freedom and personal rebellion characterize his style

  • HIs progressive liberal writings vindicate against tyranny and social oppression

  • Well traveled, lived in many European cities

  • Highly elaborate dramatic poetry expressing universal sorrow for humanity's tragic destiny

  • Prototype life of the spirit of romanticism, involving in secret societies, exiles, unorthodox loves and an early death

Relevant Works
  • El Pelayo

  • La canción del pirata

  • El estudiante de Salamanca

  • El verdugo

  • Himno al sol

  • El diablo mundo

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