In Search of Duende

Synopsis

An excellent compilation of lorca’s poetry and prose, emphasizing lorca’s notion of the duende, the “earth spirit of irrationality and death. ” the notion of “duende”―a demonic earth spirit embodying irrationality, earthiness, and a heightened awareness of death―became a cornerstone of lorca’s poetics. In search of duende gathers lorca’s writings about the duende and three art forms susceptible to it: dance, music, and the bullfight. A bilingual sampling of lorca’s poetry is also included, making this an excellent introduction to lorca’s poetry and prose for american readers.