At the Instituto Cervantes in Naples, an unmissable event for literature enthusiasts is expected. On Thursday, April 10, at 16:XNUMX p.m., the renowned Hispanist Miguel Ángel Candelas Colodrón, professor at the University of Vigo and a well-known expert on Baroque poetry, will present his book **”Nápoles en la literatura española de los siglos XVI y XVII.”**
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The meeting will be held at the Spanish Language and Culture Institute, located in Via Chiatamone, 6G, and admission will be free until all seats are taken. The event will be introduced by Ana Navarro, the director of the Instituto Cervantes.
A journey through the literary history of Naples
The city of Naples, between the 1504th and XNUMXth centuries, established itself as a cultural epicenter of significant importance for Spanish-language literature. With the arrival of the Aragonese and the reign of Alfonso V, Naples became the main point of interconnection between the two peninsulas. The French conquest of XNUMX made it a political hub, turning it into an emblematic example of Austrian culture. This period, analyzed in the book, ends at the beginning of the XNUMXth century, crossing the European crises and wars related to the Spanish succession and the emergence of the Kingdom of Naples under the Bourbons.
Reflections on a Cultural Heritage
The book examines various literary discourses of the viceroyalty, analyzing texts that, despite having minor aesthetic intentions, capture the essence of an era. It highlights representations in which Naples is not just a backdrop, but becomes a symbol of a period. Particular attention is paid to the relationship between the authorities and court writers, as well as their involvement in the administration of the territory. Originally intended for an audience of experts and enthusiasts of 16th and 17th century literature, the book was conceived during the pandemic for a wider audience, thus acquiring the characteristics of a popular text. The reading is presented as an essay aimed at revealing the richness of the literary, social and political panorama of Naples, offering a touching and thoughtful tribute to its role in Spanish literature and in the European context.
An expert of depth
Miguel Ángel Candelas Colodrón, as a professor of Spanish Literature of the 16th and 17th centuries, has dedicated his career to the study of 17th-century poetry, focusing on the work of Francisco de Quevedo. His research and publications on poetry and political prose have helped him become a reference figure in the field of Spanish literature, having taken part in numerous research projects and international conferences. The meeting promises to provide a profound and stimulating analysis of Naples, not only as a setting, but as a true protagonist of the culture of that period.
Article published on 8 April 2025 - 16:14
The event at the Instituto Cervantes looks interesting but I don't know if I'll go. Professor Candelas has a good reputation but sometimes events like this aren't well advertised so I hope there are places available.