Spanish Poetry: Post-Civil War Trends and Generations
Poetry is a literary genre that offers great variety. It links with the trends produced in previous years and offsets the negative impact of the exile of many of the big names (Juan Ramón Salinas, Cernuda, Alberti), with the teaching of other poets from ’27 (G. Diego, D. Alonso, Aleixandre).
In the years before 1936, poets agreed to turn their eyes to the feeling of intimacy and commitment, abandoning avant-garde forms and pure poetry. The lyric poets of the post-war period looked to serene and
Read MoreEconomic Alienation and Dialectic in Marxist Thought
Economic Alienation
Economic Alienation, the primary form of alienation, is dependent on other forms. It occurs in the workplace and refers to the fact that in this activity, the subject’s product is plundered—the fruits of their labor, their activity, and ultimately, their terms. Marx denies that there is no human nature; he believes it is limited to basic functions, such as those related to biological needs. All other features found in humans are a consequence of the social order. Man is what
Read MoreKey Historical Transformations: 18th-19th Centuries
Proto-industrialization
Traditional manufacturing systems for production were the guild system and concentrated manufactures, also in cities. This had an important momentum in the 17th and 18th centuries. The production rate (putting-out system) in the rural environment was developed by merchants looking for more quantity and to increase production. The rural industry contributed to forming an expert workforce (proto-industry).
The Enlightenment
The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement with the
Read MoreCardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems: Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Blood pressure that exceeds normal ranges.
Arteriosclerosis: Hardening of the arteries and loss of elasticity; blood pressure rises, so hypertension may occur.
Atherosclerosis: Cholesterol plaque build-up in the internal walls of the arteries. This leads to the thickening of the affected area.
Aneurysm: Abnormal dilatation of a blood vessel, generally a main artery, which, when it ruptures, can cause death.
Varicose Veins: Abnormal dilatations
Understanding Weathering, Erosion, and Sedimentary Rock Formation
Weathering, Erosion, and Sedimentary Rock Formation
Weathering is the process by which the Earth’s surface rocks are altered and fragmented by the action of water, air, and living things. There are two main types of weathering: physical and chemical.
Physical Weathering
Physical weathering is the fragmentation or disintegration of rocks by physical processes without changing their chemical composition.
Chemical Weathering
Chemical weathering involves the alteration of the minerals within rocks due to
Read MoreNietzsche’s Philosophy: Eternal Recurrence, Vitalism, and Critique
Nietzsche (1844-1900): Background and Influences
Nietzsche’s philosophy resonates with Heraclitus, especially concerning becoming and constant transformation. This is where the theory of Eternal Recurrence arises.
The influence of the Sophists is also critical in unleashing instincts, the law of the strongest, and the pursuit of pleasure.
Nietzsche belongs to a group of philosophers whose greatest concern revolves around life. They are known as Vitalists (Dilthey, Bergson, and Ortega).
The Era of Technical
Read MoreConservative and Innovative Theater Trends in Spain
Conservative Theater
A) Bourgeois Theater: Benavente
This represents a formal and ideological progression, without breaking with its class principles. Its beginning was traumatic. With The Alien Nest, he had gone beyond criticism of the principles and customs of the time. The deeper he reaches in his criticism, the greater his success with the public. One key is the very latest at the time of its premieres. However, his works go out of style. The Unloved is considered the best work of the three, dealing
Spain’s Foreign Relations & Political Shifts (1962-1975)
International Relations and Political Shifts in Spain (1962-1975)
International Relations
In 1962, European countries called into question Spain’s economic income and precision. Spain, under Franco, was more democratic than it seemed.
In the 1970s, Spain and other countries configured a Route Options Agreement that considerably reduced tariffs and established favorable conditions for Spanish industrial exports.
Spain also participated in the process of decolonization in Africa. On June 19, 1955, France
Read MorePrimo de Rivera & Spanish Civil War: A Deep Dive
Primo de Rivera’s Dictatorship (1923-1930)
In 1923, General Miguel Primo de Rivera led a military coup against the Spanish government. He claimed that only a dictatorship could end the problems that had emerged during the reign of Alfonso XIII. Alfonso XIII accepted the dictatorship, and Primo de Rivera was named president of the government.
The dictatorship was supported by:
- Business owners, the Church, and the army (to obtain order).
- Socialist trade unions (to introduce social and labor reforms).
The
Read MoreUnderstanding 5 Serious Diseases: Symptoms and Treatments
Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is irreversible and it destroys memory and judgment skills. Its main causes are amyloid plaques, that cause degeneration and neuronal death, and neurofibrillary tangles, that affect the part of the brain responsible for memory. Its symptoms are classified into three stages. Firstly, patients show a minimum loss of memory and tend to be less energetic. They progressively become disabled and, finally, they lose control of their body functions and die. It is mainly
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