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Book cover of Contra el flamenco. Historia documental del Concurso de Cante Jondo de Granada, 1922

Contra el flamenco. Historia documental del Concurso de Cante Jondo de Granada, 1922

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This documentary history explores the 1922 Concurso de Cante Jondo in Granada, a pivotal event in the history of flamenco. It delves into the cultural and artistic debates surrounding the competition, offering insights into the efforts to preserve and define flamenco at a critical juncture. The book compiles historical documents and perspectives from key figures involved in this significant musical and cultural movement.

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Manuel de Falla y Matheu writes on the history and culture of flamenco. His book, Contra el flamenco, offers a detailed historical account of the 1922 Concurso

Federico García Lorca (Fuente Vaqueros, Granada, 5 June 1898 - camino de Víznar a Alfacar, Granada, 18 August 1936) was a Spanish poet, playwright, and theatre director. He achieved international recognition as an emblematic member of the Generation of '27, a group consisting of mostly poets who introduced the tenets of European movements (such as symbolism, futurism, and surrealism) into Spanish literature. He was killed by Nationalist forces at the beginning of the Spanish Civil War. His remai...

Ramón Gómez de la Serna was a Spanish writer celebrated for his unique essays and short, witty observations, often called greguerías. His works include Espantapájaros, Buen Humor, and Contra el flamenco, a historical account of the 1922 Cante Jondo competition.

Manuel Machado writes historical non-fiction, focusing on cultural events. His book, Contra el flamenco, provides a detailed documentary history of the 1922 Cante Jondo competition in Granada.

Edgar Neville was a Spanish writer known for his historical and cultural works, including Contra el flamenco. Historia documental del Concurso de Cante Jondo de Granada, 1922 and Historia madrileña del medio siglo. He also wrote fiction, such as Don Clorato de Potasa and La vida en un hilo.

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Book cover of Contra el flamenco. Historia documental del Concurso de Cante Jondo de Granada, 1922