An Essay on the Life and Genius of Calderon (1880)

""An Essay On The Life And Genius Of Calderon"" is a literary work written by Richard Chenevix Trench in 1880. The book is a biographical account of the life and work of the Spanish playwright Pedro Calderon de la Barca. Trench explores Calderon's life and his contributions to the Spanish Golden Age, particularly in the field of drama. The book also delves into the themes and motifs that are prevalent in Calderon's plays, including the concept of honor, love, and religion. Trench provides an in-depth analysis of Calderon's most famous works, such as ""Life is a Dream"" and ""The Great Theatre of the World."" The book is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Spanish literature and theater, providing a comprehensive overview of Calderon's life and work.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.